Cleveland Public Theatre presents the U.S.A. premiere of REQUIEM <https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/requiem/> By Hanoch Levin Directed by Raymond Bobgan Featuring Peter Lawson Jones* (*Actor appears courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.) March 14 - April 6, 2024 "The CPT production, under the adept direction of Raymond Bobgan, the theatre's Executive Artistic Director, is creatively staged." "The cast, headed by Peter Lawson Jones as the Old Man, the fulcrum of the story, is excellent." ―Dr. Roy Berko "Based on three short stories by Anton Chekhov, and under the thoughtful direction of Raymond Bobgan, it [Requiem] creates a rich, consistent tone with many humorous jabs and feints." ―Christine Howey, Scene Written by one of Israel's most beloved playwrights after a terminal diagnosis, Requiem dares to tackle the big questions of "life and death" with poetry, frankness, and a lot of humor. One old man embarks on a series of journeys to ward off death failing to see the life all around him amidst the colorful characters he encounters along the way-an old medic, two drunks, three cherubs, and two prostitutes who dream of moving to Paris. Running time of play is approximately 75 minutes with no intermission. This ground-breaking United States premiere production resets the play in an American landscape and stars Cleveland's renown actor and activist Peter Lawson Jones<https://www.peterlawsonjones.com/>* in the central role. Market Monday (April 1st) -Ticket purchases to the 7:30pm performance of Requiem include admission to pre-show pop-up market featuring U.C. Me (boutique)<https://www.ucmestyles.com/> and their featured vendors Sapphire Blu (crystal jewelry)<https://sapphire-blu-llc.square.site/> and Polish Up Oils<https://www.instagram.com/polish_up_oils/>. Market runs 6:15pm to 7:15pm. U.C. ME LLC<https://www.ucmestyles.com/> Located in the vibrant Gordon Square Arts District, U.C. ME LLC stands as a premier destination for fashion-forward individuals seeking exceptional style. With a commitment to staying ahead of trends and a focus on forward-thinking design, U.C. ME LLC offers a curated selection of products that embody sophistication and elegance. Collaborating with local vendors like Sapphire Blu<https://sapphire-blu-llc.square.site/> for crystal jewelry and Polish Up Oils<https://www.instagram.com/polish_up_oils/> for luxurious body oils and sprays, U.C. ME LLC ensures a diverse and exciting shopping experience. Whether you're browsing online or visiting their store, you'll discover unique and stylish offerings that capture the essence of contemporary fashion. Stop by and shop at Market Monday and keep supporting them by exploring their website or visit their store to experience the allure of U.C. ME LLC firsthand. Ensemble: Hosea Billingsley, Katie Boissoneault, Julia Boudiab, Peter Lawson Jones*, Brooke Lynlee, Colleen McCaughey, Nnamdi Okpala, Corin B. Self, Kat Shy, Yuval Tal, Venetia Whatley, Eric Wloszek. Tickets are Choose What You Pay from $1 to $40 with no handling fees and can be purchased at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org/> or 216.631.2727 ext 501.