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THE FALL OF HEAVEN
In the Robert S. Marx Theatre
January 23, 2010 - February 20, 2010
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By Walter Mosley
Based on his novel The Tempest Tales
A hip and inventive new play by Walter Mosley, best-selling author of more than 25 books and most widely known for his popular Easy Rawlins mysteries, including Devil in a Blue Dress. Tempest Landry, a street-wise young man living in Harlem, unexpectedly finds himself at the Pearly Gates. When Saint Peter orders him to hell, the quick-witted Tempest refuses to go. A technical loophole forces heaven to send Tempest back to Earth with an angel in tow to keep him out of trouble. The resulting battle of wills takes an intriguing look at good versus evil and what it means to be human.
NEW - $25 Marx Preview tickets for The Fall of Heaven 8 p.m. Saturday, January 23; 2 p.m. Sunday, January 24; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 26 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 27. Sections B, C, D only. Other discounts and offers are not applicable to $25 preview price. Subject to availability.


Cast
Designers, Authors, & Crew
Tempest Landry:
Leland Gantt
Alfreda/Darlene/Woman #1:
Joy C. Hooper
Branwyn Weeks/Woman #2:
Heather Alicia Simms
Joshua Angel/Man #1:
Esau Pritchett
Basil Bob/Saint Peter/As Cast:
Anthony Marble
Understudy:
Anthony Vaughn Merchant
Understudy:
Kristen B. Jackson
Understudy:
Joe Watts Jr.
Director:
Marion McClinton
Playwright:
Walter Mosley
Set Designer:
David Gallo
Costume Designer:
Karen Perry
Lighting Designer:
Donald Holder
Sound Designer:
Rob Milburn
Sound Designer:
Michael Bodeen
Fight Director:
Drew Fracher
Rake Instructor:
Julia Guichard
Assistant Set Designer:
Thomas George
Assistant to the Director:
Brian Hanscom
Assistant Sound Designer:
Patricia Cardona
Production Stage Manager:
Jenifer Morrow
Second Stage Manager:
Andrea L. Shell
The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park wants your theatergoing experience to be as enjoyable as possible. Following is a list of content within The Fall of Heaven that may be of concern to some members of our audience. Please understand that some information may give away surprises within the story. The information is provided to help you make informed decisions. Keep in mind that the language and themes outlined below, taken out of context, may seem more offensive than they would be within the context of the actual play. Please Note: This is a world premiere production, and the content advisory is taken from the first draft of the script. Content may change daily throughout rehearsals. This information will continue to be updated until the opening of the show to address any changes that may occur throughout the rehearsal process. Please check back often.
Summary

The Fall of Heaven is suitable for adult audiences and some older teens. It contains mature themes, strong sexual content and some adult language.
Synopsis

A hip and inventive new play by Walter Mosley, best-selling author of more than 25 books and most widely known for his popular Easy Rawlins mysteries, including Devil in a Blue Dress. Tempest Landry, a street-wise young man living in Harlem, unexpectedly finds himself at the Pearly Gates. When Saint Peter orders him to hell, the quick-witted Tempest refuses to go. A technical loophole forces heaven to send Tempest back to Earth with an angel in tow to keep him out of trouble. The resulting battle of wills takes an intriguing look at good versus evil and what it means to be human. Please Note: This show has not yet premiered, and its script is still in development. Please check back closer to the performance run to read a more detailed synopsis.
Adult Language

The Fall of Heaven contains some adult language. This includes some variation of dam* (20 times), sh*t (four times), a*s (once), nig*er (four times), bastard (once), hell (29 times), fu*k (once), ho (once), nine references to the devil and demons and a few expressions evoking God’s name (“Oh, God”).
Violence

A man is shot and killed onstage. Violent crimes are mentioned, and there is a graphic description of the horrors of Hades.
Drugs/Alcohol/Smoking

The use of drugs is mentioned.
Sexual References/Nudity

Prostitution and rape are referenced. There are strong allusions to sexual activity, and a few love scenes are suggested. Sexual intercourse is replicated onstage in partial view of the audience. Some characters appear partially clothed. There may be partial nudity. Breastfeeding is simulated.
Other Mature Themes

Racism is a prominent theme of the production.
Running Time

The running time for The Fall of Heaven is 2 hours and 25 minutes including one 20 minute intermission.