[NEohioPAL] 33 Variations includes Post-Show Talkback at Beck Center!

[Pat Miller]

Many parallels run between the lives of Dr. Katherine Brandt and Ludwig van Beethoven in 33 Variations. For instance, Dr. Brandt is recently diagnosed with ALS as she races to finish her research, while Beethoven is going deaf as he obsesses over the completion of a simple waltz. Although they struggle with their deteriorating health, both are driven with passion to overcome any obstacles that stand in the way of their goals. These journeys are nothing short of inspiring and life-affirming!



To find out more about ALS and hearing loss, please attend this Friday's 8 p.m. performance followed by a discussion with experts that assisted the company of 33 Variations. Their expertise not only benefits the production, but allows audience members to better understand the play. Post-show talks will surely enhance the 33 Variations experience!



Friday, November 8 (8 p.m. Show)

·         Dr. Richard Lederman, MD, PhD, Cleveland Clinic, Dept. of Neurology<http://www.beckcenter.org/events/33-variations/>, has experience with ALS patients, as well as an interest in the health issues<http://www.beckcenter.org/events/33-variations/> of artists, particularly those that afflicted Beethoven.

·         Mary Wilson Wheelock, Executive Director of the ALS Association of Northern Ohio



33 Variations has genuinely moved the critics - see what they have to say!



"This witty, lively and fascinating play is one for both the heart and the mind."

Kate Miller, Cleveland Examiner<http://www.examiner.com/review/33-variations-is-a-concert-for-the-ears-a-play-for-the-heart>



"Brilliantly acted...catches hold of your imagination"

Mark Horning, Cleveland Examiner<http://www.examiner.com/review/beck-center-for-the-arts-brings-the-poignant-33-variations-to-stage>



"Thought-Provoking...an intriguing theatrical experience."

Roy Berko, Broadway World Cleveland<http://www.broadwayworld.com/cleveland/article/BWW-Reviews-Beethovan-and-ALS-Cross-Paths-in-the-Thought-Provoking-33-VARIATIONS-at-Beck-Center-20131014>



"Absolutely engaging...spirited and superb"

Bob Abelman, The News-Herald<http://www.news-herald.com/arts-and-entertainment/20131014/theater-review-beck-center-hits-right-notes-despite-flawed-33-variations#.UlwMGH7ZUfk.facebook>



"Gorgeous language and imagery...a powerful, visceral manifestation of the creative impulse"

Andrea Simakis, The Plain Dealer<http://www.cleveland.com/onstage/index.ssf/2013/10/33_variations_at_the_beck_cent.html>



Beck Center for the Arts

presents



33 Variations



By Moisés Kaufman



Now thru November 17, 2013

Studio Theater

8 p.m. FRI & SAT

3 p.m. SUN



Directed by Sarah May


Purchase Tickets Online<http://sa1.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=BECKCENTER>


Purchase Tickets Over the Phone: 216.521.2540 x10

Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood - just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. FREE onsite parking.

WHO'S WHO IN THE COMPANY<http://www.beckcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Whos-Who-in-the-Company-PDF.pdf>



33 VARIATIONS is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York

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