Unexpectedly confronted with someone from her past, a new bride tries to reassert control over her emotions and her life.

“Christopher Shinn’s clear-headed, economical, and modern-sounding adaptation moves with surprising swiftness.” – Michael Kuchwara, Associated Press

“Energized and revitalized by Shinn’s adaptation, our ears are immediately set at ease with the commendably clear and unfussy syntax. I do not have the new text, but based on the older version I do have, Ibsen’s ironies and subtleties have not been diminished or lost.” – Simon Saltzman, CurtainUp

“A thrilling new adaptation by Christopher Shinn, who puts a palpable present-day spin on the classic without punching you in the face.” – Brandon Voss, HX

“Shinn’s new adaptation nudges Ibsen into modern passion without disrespecting him.” – Linda Winer, Newsday

world premiere: American Airlines Theatre, 2009 (pictured). Directed by Ian Rickson. Photos by Nigel Parry.

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