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October 6-28, 2000
The ingenious plot is two-thirds thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy - full of twists and shocks until the last minute.
Sidney Bruhl, once a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, hasn't had a hit in 17 years. He supports himself by teaching seminars at a university, but his wife Myra's money provides most of the comforts he enjoys in their suburban Connecticut home.
When he receives a script from Clifford Anderson, a former student, the thriller reads like a surefire hit. Although it is perfect as written, Sidney tells his wife that he will offer to collaborate with the student, kill him if necessary, and present the play as his own. Sidney's collection of grisly murder weapons are mementoes from his past stage productions, but early in the action it appears that he is quite ready to use them to carry out a real-life murder. Once Clifford accepts Sidney's offer to collaborate and share writing credit on the play, the game of suspense begins. Homicide and humor are the two main ingredients of Ira Levin's "Deathtrap". The play was awarded an "Edgar" by the Mystery Writers of America during its long run on Broadway. Levin is best known for his novels: Rosemary's Baby, The Stepford Wives, and The Boys From Brazil. All of these novels, as well as Deathtrap were turned into successful films. View the DEATHTRAP Poster Gallery. This is the second production of Deathtrap at Carpenter Square Theatre. The first production was during the 1987-88 season. |
