Bristol Native Performs in Connecticut Rep's 'Curious Incident'

STORRS — Connecticut Repertory Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director Michael Bradford, presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted for the stage by Simon Stephens. Kristen Wold directs. UConn sophomore, Thalia Eddy, plays the role of Siobhan.

Curious Incident follows Fifteen-year old Christopher has an extraordinary mind. He is brilliant at math, yet struggles to interpret everyday life. When Christopher is accused of killing a neighbor’s dog, he sets out to solve the mystery and prove his innocence. His detective work takes him on a journey that turns his world upside-down and leads him to discover a life-changing secret. The winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Play, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time brings Mark Haddon’s award-winning, best-selling novel to life on stage.

Thalia Eddy is a sophomore BFA Acting student at the University of Connecticut. She could be seen last semester in Shakespeare in Love (Mistress Quickly). Previous credits include Elektra (Elektra), These Shining Lives (Catherine), Trojan Woman (Andromache), and Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike (Cassandra).

Eddy says of her role as Christopher's teacher, “Siobhan is such a wonderful, beautiful character and I am so blessed to get to know and play her. It’s also been amazing learning about Special Education teachers and the important work they do. They are so underappreciated and they deserve all of our love and support for their incredible dedication.”

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time will have a Sensory-Friendly performance on March 7th at the 2pm show, a first in CRT’s long history. The performance’s light and sound levels will be modified to accommodate individuals with sensory-input disorders, including autism spectrum, anxiety, and a range of cognitive abilities. Audience members can feel free to get up and move around during the performance, and there will be a Quiet Room available for those who need to take a break from the performance.

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The production runs from February 27- March 8, 2020 at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre. Tickets are $10 for students and range from $26-$35 for adults and seniors. The press opening takes place Friday, February 28 at 8 p.m.

Evening performances start at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Select matinee performances start at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Single tickets are available now. All student tickets are only $10.

Pay-What-You-Can will be available for the show on Saturday, February 29th at 8pm. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ticket price is $1 plus a canned good/non-perishable food item. 1 ticket per food item. Tickets are only available 1 hour prior to the performance in person at the box office. Not valid on prior sales.

The Thursday, March 5th performance at 7:30pm will be ASL interpreted.

The Saturday, March 7th performance at 2:00pm will be sensory-friendly.

Children must be at least 4 years old to attend CRT productions. For additional ticket information or to charge tickets by phone, call 860.486.2113. All sales are final; no refunds. Play selections and performance dates are subject to change.

Please call the box office at 860.486.2113 for tickets and additional information or visit www.crt.uconn.edu for specific show dates and times because performance schedules vary and are subject to change.

The Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre is located on the campus of the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT.

CRT is the professional producing arm of the Department of Dramatic Arts at the University of Connecticut, Storrs. CRT productions are directed, designed by, and cast with visiting professional artists, including Equity actors, faculty members, and the department’s most advanced student artists. The synergy between professional and advanced student artists creates extraordinary theatre and a unique learning environment.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit crt.uconn.edu or call 860-486-211.