Ionescopade, "A Musical Vaudeville," premiered Off-Broadway in 1974. To continue our season
"York Celebrates Off-Broadway," York presents a new look at the works of the prolific and
influential absurdist playwright Eugene Ionesco, famous for his plays The Bald Soprano, Rhinoceros,
The Chairs and Exit the King (which recently enjoyed a hit revival on Broadway). Plays, playlets,
and poetry by this master of the absurd transport us into a zany musical vaudeville,
where humor is the antidote to the world’s realities.
Taken from the works of Eugene Ionesco
Music and Lyrics by Mildred Kayden
Original Concept by Robert Allan Ackerman
Directed and Choreographed by Bill Castellino
Music Direction by Christopher McGovern
Scenic Design by James Morgan
Costume Design by Nicole Wee
Lighting Design by Mary Jo Dondlinger
Sound Design by Alex Neumann
"York Celebrates Off-Broadway," York presents a new look at the works of the prolific and
influential absurdist playwright Eugene Ionesco, famous for his plays The Bald Soprano, Rhinoceros,
The Chairs and Exit the King (which recently enjoyed a hit revival on Broadway). Plays, playlets,
and poetry by this master of the absurd transport us into a zany musical vaudeville,
where humor is the antidote to the world’s realities.
Taken from the works of Eugene Ionesco
Music and Lyrics by Mildred Kayden
Original Concept by Robert Allan Ackerman
Directed and Choreographed by Bill Castellino
Music Direction by Christopher McGovern
Scenic Design by James Morgan
Costume Design by Nicole Wee
Lighting Design by Mary Jo Dondlinger
Sound Design by Alex Neumann
IONESCOPADE MULTIMEDIA LINKS:
Production Photos by Carol Rosegg:
Behind-the-Scenes: Part One |
Want to learn more about Ionesco? Download our study guide. Great for theatre fans, students, and "children" of all ages looking to know more about the show and the Master of the Absurd. | A Word From Mildred Kayden |
