Synetic Theater announces their 2023/24 Season

Synetic Theater is has revealed its 2023/24 season, boasting an array of five captivating mainstage productions. The line-up features a spine-tingling new version of The Tell-Tale Heart, and marks the triumphant return of the much-adored Romeo & Juliet.

"As we unveil Synetic's 2023/24 season, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for what's to come," remarked Synetic co-founder and Artistic Director Paata Tsikurishvili. "I am particularly eager to return to my director's chair and lead us into a season that perfectly balances the innovative, boundary-pushing work we are known for with beloved, classic Synetic productions."

The season opens with an intriguing adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart, signaling Tsikurishvili's reappearance as a director. This production engrosses the audience with its sinister atmosphere, macabre humor, and spellbinding visuals as an odd old man and his guardian plunge into a vortex of madness and homicide.

Additionally, Synetic's applauded rendition of Romeo & Juliet makes its return. In this inventive "Silent Shakespeare" production, dialogue is stripped away and replaced with a dramatic backdrop of a massive clock's gears. The star-crossed lovers grapple with time and destiny in a fervent, poetic display. This production is lauded for its electrifying atmosphere and Synetic's mastery in combining imaginative design with avant-garde storytelling.

Synetic's delightful holiday spectacle, Snow Maiden, is back after last season's triumphant premiere, regaling audiences with the tale of a solitary boy's yearning for companionship during the frosty winter months. Alongside it, inspired by Aleksandr Pushkin's tale, The Tale of the Fisherman and the Golden Fish spins a poetic, cautionary tale of love and avarice, through mesmerizing pantomime. These enchanting productions will run concurrently during the holiday season, promising a cornucopia of magical narratives and heartfelt adventures for all ages.

Furthermore, Synetic Theater reaffirms its commitment to youth development with an array of award-winning outreach programs, including the Teen Company program, student performances, and a variety of holiday camps. Learn more at www.synetictheater.org/education.

Below is the schedule for Synetic Theater's 2023-2024 Main Stage Productions:

CYRANO DE BERGERAC - July 14 to August 13, 2023
Embark on a classic adventure with Cyrano, a charismatic man with a strikingly prominent nose. Despite his many talents, his insecurities stand in the way of pursuing his beloved Roxanne. This eternal story is brought to life through a delightful blend of Synetic's wordless storytelling and a touch of commedia dell'arte, garnished with daring swordplay, romance, and heroism.

THE TELL-TALE HEART - September 29 to November 5, 2023
Immerse yourself in the sinister world of Edgar Allan Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart, as the line between madness and sanity becomes frightfully blurred. This unsettling tale engulfs you in a chilling descent into madness, as Synetic Theater poses the unnerving question: who indeed is the mad one?

THE TALE OF THE FISHERMAN AND THE GOLDEN FISH - December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Join a humble fisherman and his wish-fulfilling fish, as their fates collide due to greed and ambition. This mesmerizing fable employs beautiful visuals and creative storytelling to captivate audiences of all ages.

SNOW MAIDEN - December 9, 2023 to January 6, 2024
Amidst the icy embrace of a silvery forest perched atop the mountains, a solitary man crafts a maiden out of snow. As she inexplicably springs to life, a whirlwind of mischief, joy, and enchantment ensues. But what fate awaits as the frost yields to warmth? Narrated through the spellbinding interplay of graceful motion, dance, and acrobatics, Synetic's wondrous rendition of the cherished fable Snegurochka weaves a tale of love, hope, and the potent magic of dreams.

ROMEO & JULIET - February 16 to March 24, 2024
Witness a visually stunning rendition of Shakespeare's immortal romance. Set against the backdrop of a ticking clock, the ill-fated lovers' story is depicted through dynamic movement, leaving the audience spellbound.

Season passes and individual tickets for Cyrano de Bergerac are available at www.synetictheater.org.