by Aaron Posner
Adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok Previews July 17 and 18
Opens Friday, July 19
Closes Sunday, August 25
"A triumph. One of the best plays of the year." - Huffington Post
Four Stars - Critics Pick - Time Out NY
"A profound declaration of the power of storytelling on a stage." -Philadelphia Inquirer
"Thought-provoking, humorous and deeply insightful." -Talkin' Broadway
MY NAME IS ASHER LEV follows the journey of a young Jewish painter torn between his Hassidic upbringing and his desperate need to fulfill his artistic promise. When his artistic genius threatens to destroy his relationship with his parents and community, young Asher realizes he must make a difficult choice between art and faith. This stirring adaptation of a modern classic presents a heartbreaking and triumphant vision of what it means to be an artist.
Brief nudity.
Mainstage Series produced by: Raymond James Radio Sponsor: WUSF
American Stage Theatre announces updated Performance Dates, Times and Ticket pricing for our 2012.2013 season:
Performances are Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8pm.
Saturday and Sunday Matinees at 3pm PLEASE NOTE* Additional Tuesday and Sunday evening performances (8pm), Weekend Twilight performances (5pm) and Wednesday Matinee performances (3pm) are scheduled on select dates during productions.
2012-2013 Performance Pricing: $29 Previews and Wednesday Matinees $39 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Evenings and Saturday and Sunday Matinees $49 Friday and Saturday Evenings
$59 Opening Night - includes pre-performance reception
Additional Information
Student Advance tickets are $20.
Students Rush tickets are $10, 30 minutes prior to curtain.
Senior Discount - Receive $2 dollars off single tickets.
Active military tickets are FREE with valid military I.D. presented to our box office for serving our country. They will also receive 20% off additional tickets for friends and family. Please contact the box office for further details.
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In the event that you are unable to use your tickets, please call our box office 24 hours in advance of scheduled performance. You can exchange your tickets for another performance of the same production. Thank you in advance for your communication so that we can allow as many people as possible to enjoy show.
American Stage Theatre Company is located at the Raymond James Theatre,
163 3rd Street North in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Florida.
For tickets, please call the American Stage Box Office at (727) 823-PLAY (7529) or
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