My Name is Rachel Corrie is being performed for the first time in New Zealand. the play will premier in Christchurch on May 29 at The Forge, The Court Theatre, and run through June 27. Accoridng to the theatre’s press release, “in addition to its four-week season in The Forge,” the company will also take the play on a tour of local high schools, “where the performance will be followed by discussions with students about the political aspects of the play.”
“This is a thrilling and terrifying experience all rolled into one,” Kate Prior, the actress who will be portraying Rachel, was quoted as saying. “When push comes to shove it’s just me up there trying to do justice to the memory of this vibrant young woman. Whenever the task at hand becomes overwhelming Rachel’s words are right there to remind, inspire and encourage me.”
The play is being directed by Lara Macgregor who said she feels “honoured to be a part of such a socially and politically relevant play.” Macgregor said “politics aside, this is a play about Rachel — writer, artist, poet. Rachel — the daughter, girlfriend, student, co-worker and friend. My Name Is Rachel Corrie is Rachel’s story, told in her own words. Regardless of whether audiences agree or disagree with her views, her life and commitment to her ideals is inspirational.”
Directed by: Lara Macgregor
Venue: The Forge, The Court Theatre, Christchurch
Cast: Kate Prior
Performance times: 6:30pm Monday / Thursday; 8pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (no show Sundays).
Tickets: Adults $30, Senior Citizens $25, Tertiary Students $20, Group discount (10+) $20, 30U Club $12
Bookings: The Court Theatre, 20 Worcester Boulevard; 963 0870 or www.courttheatre.org.nz
