La Bête
Show ProgramWritten by David Hirson
March 2 - 16, 2024
Harbourfront Centre Theatre
In a comic whirlwind of high style, La Bête tells the story of Elomire, a 17th century French playwright, and his touring acting troupe who have come to lead the high life due to the patronage of the fickle Prince of Conti. Sparks fly when Valere, a swaggering braggart with delusions of artistic grandeur, becomes the Prince's choice to join Elomire's troupe. It is a battle of wits and witticisms as the two face off in this outrageous commentary on the nature of art and the artist in society.
"Nadajewski gives a virtuoso performance..." –Christopher Hoile, Stage Door Review
"Dylan Trowbridge finely directs this production with pristine class and utmost wit." –Joe Szekeres, Our Theatre Voice
"Talk Is Free Theatre is a place that does this kind of work, beautifully..." –Lynn Slotkin, The Slotkin Letter
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Harbourfront Centre Theatre
Saturday, March 2, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 4, 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 7, 12 p.m.
Friday, March 8, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 11, 8 p.m.
Friday, March 15, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 16, 2 p.m.
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CAST
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Past Performances
Barrie, Ontario
Five Points Theatre/February 2-11, 2023
PRESS
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Michael Torontow
In a comic whirlwind of high style, La Bête tells the story of Elomire, a 17th century French playwright, and his touring acting troupe who have come to lead the high life due to the patronage of the fickle Prince of Conti. Sparks fly when Valere, a swaggering braggart with delusions of artistic grandeur, becomes the Prince's choice to join Elomire's troupe. It is a battle of wits and witticisms as the two face off in this outrageous commentary on the nature of art and the artist in society.
"Nadajewski gives a virtuoso performance..." –Christopher Hoile, Stage Door Review
"Dylan Trowbridge finely directs this production with pristine class and utmost wit." –Joe Szekeres, Our Theatre Voice
"Talk Is Free Theatre is a place that does this kind of work, beautifully..." –Lynn Slotkin, The Slotkin Letter
DATES
March 2 - 16, 2024
venue
Harbourfront Centre Theatre
Duration
ADVISORY
CONTENT advisory
This production contains content some may find age-inappropriate, offensive, or triggering. If you would like to know more, please click below.
Spoiler-Free General Advisory
Some nudity
(May Include Spoilers)
One actor reveals their backside
schedule
Saturday, March 2, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 4, 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 7, 12 p.m.
Friday, March 8, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 11, 8 p.m.
Friday, March 15, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 16, 2 p.m.
tickets
Premium Seats: $79 + HST; Regular Seats: $49 + HST; Artist Rate: $29.50 + HST (must show proof at pick-up, must be picked up at box office; rate applies to Regular Seats only)
show program
The Province of Ontario requires proof of vaccination to attend all indoor theatre events. Please note that we will require:
-Proof of Vaccination & Valid ID upon entry.
-Patrons complete a Covid-19 Self-Assessment for contact tracing purposes.
-Patrons wear their mask at all times when in the building (except when actively eating or drinking)
Only book tickets if you have received your second vaccination at least 14 days prior to the performance. If you do not have proof of vaccination and proof of identity, unfortunately, you will not be allowed access to the building.
Free Admission Policy
A security charge of $0.01 CAD is required to validate booking. Patrons can cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before the performance without charge. Please email admin@tift.ca to make any changes.
In the event a patron fails to cancel or make alternate changes and does not attend the performance, a $25.00 charge will be applied per ticket to the patron’s credit card. This charge will be used as a donation to the theatre and a tax receipt will be issued.
UPDATED COVID-19 POLICY: Due to the nature of our programming, in addition to the Ontario government's ongoing mask mandate, Talk Is Free Theatre WILL CONTINUE to require proof of vaccination after February 28, 2022 and reserves the right to implement other safety measures as necessary. We will do our best to keep you informed, as safety measures can change at any time.
CAST
Mike Nadajewski
CREATIVES and production team
Dylan Trowbridge
Director
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Written by David Hirson
In a comic whirlwind of high style, La Bête tells the story of Elomire, a 17th century French playwright, and his touring acting troupe who have come to lead the high life due to the patronage of the fickle Prince of Conti. Sparks fly when Valere, a swaggering braggart with delusions of artistic grandeur, becomes the Prince's choice to join Elomire's troupe. It is a battle of wits and witticisms as the two face off in this outrageous commentary on the nature of art and the artist in society.
"Nadajewski gives a virtuoso performance..." –Christopher Hoile, Stage Door Review
"Dylan Trowbridge finely directs this production with pristine class and utmost wit." –Joe Szekeres, Our Theatre Voice
"Talk Is Free Theatre is a place that does this kind of work, beautifully..." –Lynn Slotkin, The Slotkin Letter
Hosted by
Mike Nadajewski
dates
March 2 - 16, 2024
venue
Harbourfront Centre Theatre
duration
advisory
SHUTTLE BUS
Coming from Toronto and in need of transportation? We have a shuttle bus available which leaves at various times from The Sheraton Hotel, 123 Queen Street West, across from City Hall. Click Here for departure times and to purchase tickets.
schedule
Saturday, March 2, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 4, 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 7, 12 p.m.
Friday, March 8, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m.
Monday, March 11, 8 p.m.
Friday, March 15, 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 16, 2 p.m.
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Due to inclement weather, the remainder of "Giants In The Sky" is cancelled.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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