Spring Hill College Theater Presents "The Visit" March 25-28

Mar 15th, 2004

Mobile, Ala. - The Spring Hill College Department of Fine & Performing Arts will present its spring production of "The Visit" by Friedrich Durrenmatt, March 25-28, at 8 p.m. nightly at the Arlene Mitchell Theater

An outrageous tale with a strong satiric flavor, "The Visit" takes place in Guellen, a German village that has fallen into economic depression and decay. As the play opens the townspeople are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Claire Zachanassian, a hometown girl who has gone on to become super-wealthy. The townspeople hope that her financial generosity will save Guellen. But from early on in the first act, Claire hints that she has a sinister goal of having her ex-lover condemned to death in exchange for her fortune.

"The Visit" is full of arresting dialogue, suspense, and grotesque characters—a major theme is the tension between capitalistic greed and the Western humanistic tradition.

Admission for "The Visit" is $10 for adults and $5 for students. For details or directions, call the Department of Fine & Performing Arts at 251-380-3855.