Dulaang UP presents Heinrich von Kleist’s Amphitryon

In line with the celebration of Dulaang UP (University of the Philippines) of its 35th Theater Seaon, the organization will bring the Filipino version of Heinrich von Kleist’s Amphitryon on Februay 2011. Amphitryon, is a Roman Comedy that was translated in Filipino by Jerry Respeto and directed by Jose Estrella. It will run from February 16 to March 6, at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theater, 2nd floor Palma Hall, UP Diliman. The cast includes Neil Sese, Lex Marcos, Diana Malahay, Wenah Nagales, George de Jesus, Paolo O'Hara, Lucky de Mesa and Natasha Cabrera.

The Kleist’s version will be the one that Dulaang UP will be presenting on February. Amphitryon follows the story of King Amphitryon and his wife Alcmene, who became victims of Jupiter, a Roman god. Jupiter disguises himself to make love with Alcmene during the quest of King Amphitryon in Thebes. As the king return to his kingdom victorious from the battle they had won, Jupiter disappeared leaving Alcmene bearing their child. With what happen between the two of them, will Alcmene realize the person whom she made love with was not truly her husband and will Amphitryon discover that a god came to her wife during the time he was in his quest?

Amphitryon will run from February 16 to March 6, Wednesdays to Fridays at 7pm and at 10am and 3pm during weekends at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theater, 2nd floor Palma Hall, UP Diliman. Comprising the artistic team are Lex Marcos (Set Designer), John Batalla (Light Designer), Raven Ong (Costume Designer) and TJ Ramos (Sounds Designer). For tickets and reservation please call Cherry at 09177500107, or the Dulaang UP Office at 926-1349, 981-8500 local 2449 or 433-7840.


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