About Face Theatre 07/08 Season

M. Proust

By Mary Zimmerman
Based on the writings of Celeste Albaret and Marcel Proust
Directed by Eric Rosen

From 1813 to his death in 1922 -- the years when he actually wrote his books -- are for me a whole lifetime, and I thank heavens for them. I couldn't have dreamed of a more beautiful life. --Celeste Albaret

For a decade at the dawn of the 20th century, Celeste Albaret lived a dream: she was Marcel Proust's housekeeper, confidante and surrogate mother. Proust himself told her, "You know everything about me." Near the end of her life, Mme. Albaret broke her 60-year silence with an alluring memoir about her years with one of the world's greatest literary figures.

Now the creative team that brought you the legendary Eleven Rooms of Proust reunites for this riveting one-woman tour-de-force. AFT Artistic Director, Eric Rosen, director of the smash hit Take Me Out, directs this world premiere play by Tony-winner Mary Zimmerman.

JUNE 8 - JULY 16, 2006

CAST

• Mary Beth Peil

CREATIVE TEAM

• Mary Zimmerman, Author/Adaptor
• Eric Rosen, Director
• Dan Ostling, Scenic Designer
• Chris Binder, Lighting Designer
• Mara Blumenfeld, Costume Designer
• Elizabeth Williamson, Dramaturg
• Erica Daniels, Casting Director
• Calyn P. Swain, Stage Manager

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