Equus
Peter Shaffer
Opening Date:
March 17, 1988
Closing Date:
April 2, 1988
Peter Shaffer's psychological drama explores psychiatry, worship, passion, and the boundaries of normality.
Cast & Crew
Dr. Martin Dysart — L.K. Lewis
Nurse — Cheryl Varnell
Hesther Saloman — Kelly Morris
Alan Strang — Jason Matlock
Frank Strang — Rob Robbins
Dora Strang — Laurel Van Horn
Nugget / Horseman — Chip Chappelle
Harry Dalton — David Hester
Jill Mason — Deini Matlock
Trooper — Greg Earles
CREW
Director / Design — Richard Lemin
Producer — Deborah Franklin
Stage Manager — David Hester
Lighting Design — Rob Freedman
Lights / Sound — Mary Barnes
Masks — Kevin Clark
Set Construction — Greg Earles, Jim Osterlund
Production Notes
Production History
The third Peter Shaffer work presented during CST’s fourth season, following Amadeus and Black Comedy. Richard Lemin directed and designed the production, featuring L.K. Lewis as Dr. Martin Dysart and Jason Matlock as Alan Strang.
CST Connections
L.K. Lewis previously portrayed Emperor Joseph II in the season opener, Amadeus. Kelly Morris, Rob Robbins, and Chip Chappelle also appeared in the season’s Black Comedy. David Hester portrayed Harry Dalton while serving as stage manager. Greg Earles performed as the Trooper and contributed to set construction.
Lobby Gallery
The accompanying exhibition featured mask paintings by Bill Hommel, Southwestern pastels by Virgil Benton White, and fantasy drawings by Scott Tigert.
Press Coverage
“Equus Actors Give Strong Performances” — The Oklahoman, March 25, 1988
“Variety Spice of Three-Man Art Show” — The Oklahoman, March 27, 1988
Licensing
Currently licensed through Concord Theatricals as a Samuel French title.