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Mauritius, a play by Theresa Rebeck
Upstage Napa Valley presents Mauritius by Theresa Rebeck, a crime caper directed by Sharie Renault in the style of film noir. Mauritius opens Friday, February 22nd at Grace Episcopal Church in St. Helena.
Mauritius is a thriller resonating with themes found in Dashiell Hammetts classic, The Maltese Falcon. Personal rivalries and dormant wounds are exposed as the characters compete for something of rare value. Unlike the Falcon, the hunt in Mauritius is for two tiny slips of paper that represent the crown jewel for stamp collectors.
The characters in Mauritius include two estranged half-sisters, Jackie, played by Danielle Devitt, and Mary, played by Kelly Berryman, along with seedy high stake collector Sterling, acted by Bruce Miroglio, charming opportunist Dennis, played by Gabrielle Frey, and stamp expertiser Philip, performed by David Foushee. These five pair up and face off, shifting configurations in this emotionally fraught drama. They encounter surprising twists and intriguing turns in their hot pursuit for a once in a lifetime score.
One wouldnt think that the subject of rare stamps would make for gripping, entertaining theater, but Mauritius proves otherwise. A well-made, engrossing, unpretentious play. -The Hollywood Reporter
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LocationGrace Episcopal Church, St. Helena (View)
1314 Spring Street
St. Helena, CA 94574
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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