September 11 - October 14, 2012
Show Info
In 1958 abstract painter Mark Rothko was engaged to paint murals for the Seagram Building in New York, the most lucrative commission ever. Working with a young apprentice and threatened by a new generation of painters, Rothko must create a series of masterpieces. Red dives deeply into this incredible period when the fierce, uncompromising Rothko, at the height of his power, clashes with fame and commercialism.
A co-production with the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Winnipeg
Review – Guardian (Michael Billington) – Red at the Donmar Warehouse
Article – Guardian (William Boyd) – The mean reds
Review – LA Times (Charles McNulty) – A blazing ‘Red’
Interview – PBS (Charlie Rose) – A look at John Logan’s play ‘Red’
Download the programme for Red
Running Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission
Audience Advice: This show contains the use of strong language and herbal cigarette smoke.
Cast & Artists
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- Oliver Becker
- Mark Rothko
- Jameson Parker
- Ken
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- John Logan
- Playwright
- Michael Shamata
- Director
- Peter Hartwell
- Designer
- Scott Henderson
- Lighting Designer
- Tobin Stokes
- Composer / Sound Designer
