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Two Men of Florence

Presented by Huntington Theatre Company at Boston University Theatre, Mainstage

March 6-April 5, 2009

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By Richard N. Goodwin; Directed by Edward Hall

Inspired by his faith and encouraged by his patron Cardinal Maffeo Barberini, devout Catholic Galileo Galilei strives to gain a deeper understanding of the scientific truths that explain his world. But when the politically ambitious Barbarini ascends to become Pope Urban VIII, he realizes that Galileo's discoveries threaten to rock his Church's very foundation and the two old friends find themselves on opposing sides of a battle over reason and faith.

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  • Venue Info

    Boston University Theatre, Mainstage

    264 Huntington Avenue
    Boston, MA 02115

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  • Admission Info

    Tickets: $20-$82.50 $25 "35 Below" tickets for patrons 35 years and younger (valid I.D. required). $5 senior and military discounts. $10 Subscriber and B.U. Community discounts. $20 back row of the balcony (limited availability). $15 student rush seats (available two hours before curtain time for each performance). Special events FREE with the purchase of a ticket: Playwrights Forum: Tuesday, 3/10 @ 6:30pm. Hear directly from the playwright. Out & About Club: Thursday, 3/12. G.L.B.T. audience members are invited to a post-show party at the theatre. Humanities Forum: Sunday, 3/15. A lively post-performance session on the historical and literary context of the show. Actors Forum: Thursday, 3/19 and Wednesday, 4/1. Participating members of the cast take questions after the performance. ASL-Interpreted: Friday, 3/20 (TTY: 617 424-0694)

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    March 6-April 5, 2009

    Times:
    Fri. 3/6 @ 8pm
    Sat. 3/7 @ 8pm
    Sun. 3/8 @ 7pm
    Tues. 3/10 @ 7:30pm
    Wed. 3/11 @ 7pm
    Thurs. 3/12 @ 7:30pm
    Fri. 3/13 @ 8pm
    Sat. 3/14 @ 2pm and 8pm
    Sun. 3/15 @ 2pm
    Wed. 3/18 @ 2pm and 7:30pm
    Thurs. 3/19 @ 7:30pm
    Fri. 3/20 @ 8pm
    Sat. 3/21 @ 2pm and 8pm
    Sun. 3/22 @ 2pm and 7pm
    Tues. 3/24 @ 7:30pm
    Wed. 3/25 @ 7:30pm
    Thurs. 3/26 @ 7:30pm
    Fri. 3/27 @ 8pm
    Sat. 3/28 @ 2pm and 8pm
    Sun. 3/29 @ 2pm
    Tues. 3/31 @ 7pm
    Wed. 4/1 @ 2pm and 7:30pm
    Thurs. 4/2 @ 7:30pm
    Fri. 4/3 @ 7:30pm
    Sat. 4/4 @ 2pm and 8pm
    Sun. 4/5 @ 2pm

  • Accessibility Info

    

    TTY: 617 424-0694 ASL-Interpreted Performance: Friday, 3/20 @ 8pm.

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    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Mind-Blowing"
      Review posted by: Stanley from Boston, MA, Mar 29, 2009
      

      I know this play is not everyone's cup of tea because some people like to have simple plots spoon fed to them. But in a modern world full of tiny snippets of information available by countless... Expand

      I know this play is not everyone's cup of tea because some people like to have simple plots spoon fed to them. But in a modern world full of tiny snippets of information available by countless wireless devices, it was extremely refreshing to see a beautifully directed, acted, and designed play that delves into complex ideas. Everything was masterful and the supporting cast was utterly brilliant, pulling off their multiple transformations with ease. BRAVO and ENCORE! Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Awful"
      Review posted by: Huntington Subscriber from Arlington, MA, Mar 15, 2009
      

      Words, words, words, I'm so sick of words (Eliza Doolittle)--and so many words that produce no insight on a controversial issue that is still being played out with high stakes to our society. ...... Expand

      Words, words, words, I'm so sick of words (Eliza Doolittle)--and so many words that produce no insight on a controversial issue that is still being played out with high stakes to our society. ... Why did the Huntington produce this? Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "It was ok"
      Review posted by: Nancy J from Cambridge, Mar 12, 2009
      

      The acting was really good and the costumes and sets were amazing. However, the plot was really dry with a lot of philosophy and physics. Not really my thing.

      The acting was really good and the costumes and sets were amazing. However, the plot was really dry with a lot of philosophy and physics. Not really my thing.

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "good acting, interesting set, tedious script"
      Review posted by: Ray from Wayland, MA, Mar 12, 2009
      

      I loved the premise, was familiar with the history, found the topic timely and was intrigued by a policy wonk and speech writer turned playwright. The acting was good. The set was ingenious. The... Expand

      I loved the premise, was familiar with the history, found the topic timely and was intrigued by a policy wonk and speech writer turned playwright. The acting was good. The set was ingenious. The play was 2 1/2 hours of water torture. Even the cookies in the bar were stale. Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Battle of Brilliance"
      Review posted by: Glenn W. Kane from Boston, MA, Mar 07, 2009
      

      The Two Men of Florence at the Huntington Theatre opened last night. The show is brilliantly done; from its set and lighting to its directing. Jay O. Sanders as Galileo is perpetual motion as he... Expand

      The Two Men of Florence at the Huntington Theatre opened last night. The show is brilliantly done; from its set and lighting to its directing. Jay O. Sanders as Galileo is perpetual motion as he transforms from simple philospher to discoverer. Edward Hermann at Pope Urban VIII shows the battle between bible and science is almost as difficult as the battles within oneself. Molly Schreiber as Celeste adds a softer battle between church and family while also adding a magnificent voice to the piece. The ensemble and stage crew move the show fluently through its progression. Edward Hall's vision of the staging and lighting makes Richard Goodwin's words come alive in a sensory pleasing piece. I sat upstairs which allowed me to watch the motion of the play and set. The best place to see this show is from the heavens. Makes sure to catch this show before its run ends April 5th. Collapse

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    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Mind-Blowing"
      Review posted by: Stanley from Boston, MA, Mar 29, 2009
      

      I know this play is not everyone's cup of tea because some people like to have simple plots spoon fed to them. But in a modern world full of tiny snippets of information available by countless... Expand

      I know this play is not everyone's cup of tea because some people like to have simple plots spoon fed to them. But in a modern world full of tiny snippets of information available by countless wireless devices, it was extremely refreshing to see a beautifully directed, acted, and designed play that delves into complex ideas. Everything was masterful and the supporting cast was utterly brilliant, pulling off their multiple transformations with ease. BRAVO and ENCORE! Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Awful"
      Review posted by: Huntington Subscriber from Arlington, MA, Mar 15, 2009
      

      Words, words, words, I'm so sick of words (Eliza Doolittle)--and so many words that produce no insight on a controversial issue that is still being played out with high stakes to our society. ...... Expand

      Words, words, words, I'm so sick of words (Eliza Doolittle)--and so many words that produce no insight on a controversial issue that is still being played out with high stakes to our society. ... Why did the Huntington produce this? Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "It was ok"
      Review posted by: Nancy J from Cambridge, Mar 12, 2009
      

      The acting was really good and the costumes and sets were amazing. However, the plot was really dry with a lot of philosophy and physics. Not really my thing.

      The acting was really good and the costumes and sets were amazing. However, the plot was really dry with a lot of philosophy and physics. Not really my thing.

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "good acting, interesting set, tedious script"
      Review posted by: Ray from Wayland, MA, Mar 12, 2009
      

      I loved the premise, was familiar with the history, found the topic timely and was intrigued by a policy wonk and speech writer turned playwright. The acting was good. The set was ingenious. The... Expand

      I loved the premise, was familiar with the history, found the topic timely and was intrigued by a policy wonk and speech writer turned playwright. The acting was good. The set was ingenious. The play was 2 1/2 hours of water torture. Even the cookies in the bar were stale. Collapse

    • Event Name: Two Men of Florence
      "Battle of Brilliance"
      Review posted by: Glenn W. Kane from Boston, MA, Mar 07, 2009
      

      The Two Men of Florence at the Huntington Theatre opened last night. The show is brilliantly done; from its set and lighting to its directing. Jay O. Sanders as Galileo is perpetual motion as he... Expand

      The Two Men of Florence at the Huntington Theatre opened last night. The show is brilliantly done; from its set and lighting to its directing. Jay O. Sanders as Galileo is perpetual motion as he transforms from simple philospher to discoverer. Edward Hermann at Pope Urban VIII shows the battle between bible and science is almost as difficult as the battles within oneself. Molly Schreiber as Celeste adds a softer battle between church and family while also adding a magnificent voice to the piece. The ensemble and stage crew move the show fluently through its progression. Edward Hall's vision of the staging and lighting makes Richard Goodwin's words come alive in a sensory pleasing piece. I sat upstairs which allowed me to watch the motion of the play and set. The best place to see this show is from the heavens. Makes sure to catch this show before its run ends April 5th. Collapse

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