Murphys Creek Theatre
2009 Season Line-Up
Escanaba in da moonlight [...more]
February 19 - March 8
By Jeff Daniels
When the Soady clan reunites for the opening day of deer season at the family's Upper Peninsula camp, thirty-five-year-old Reuben Soady brings with him the infamous reputation of being the oldest Soady in the history of the Soadys never to bag a buck. In a hunting story to beat all hunting stories, ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT spins a hilarious tale of humor, horror and heart as Reuben goes to any and all lengths to remove himself from the wrong end of the family record book.
The Merchant of Venice [...more]
July 2- August 8
By William Shaklespeare
Usury by any other name...
With all his fortunes tied up at sea, Antonio borrows money from Shylock for his friend Bassanio. Amused by Shylock's request of 1 pound of flesh if the loan is default, Antonio gladly accepts the money lender's proposition. Fate tunrs against him, however, and Shylock comes to claim his due. Unable to intervene on Antonio's behalf, the distraught Bassanio, finds an advocate in his love, Porstia, skilled enough to sway the Venitian council and spare Antonio's life.
Murphys Creek Theatre
2690 San Domingo Road,
Murphys, CA
(209) 728-8422
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About Murphys Creek Theatre
Murphys Creek Theatre is a small, non-equity regional theatre company located in the charming and historic goldrush-era town of Murphys, in Calaveras County, California. Founded in 1994, the company produces the annual "Theatre Under the Stars" outdoor summer theatre festival at the Cornelia B. Stevenot Performing Arts Center at Stevenot Winery. Since its founding in 1994, MCT's productions at Stevenot have grown steadily in popularity and critical acclaim, and have become a favorite summer tradition for both residents and visitors alike. The company consists primarily of accomplished theatre artists from the Sierra foothills, Central Valley and Bay Area regions of California, although we have also had actors and directors from as far away as New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, London and Paris participate in our productions.
Situated in a lovely pastoral valley 2 miles outside of Murphys, Stevenot Winery's intimate 250-seat outdoor amphitheatre provides the perfect setting to enjoy an evening of live theatre under the summer stars. Set on a tree-covered hillside in a natural "bowl," the theatre offers tiered seating with outstanding acoustics and site lines.
You are welcome to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy before the show. Light snacks, desserts, Stevenot wine by the glass or bottle, and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at each performance.
