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Austin McCormick

AUSTIN MCCORMICK  

 Nationality:    USA
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below is a list of Austin McCormick's plays - click on a Play Title for more information

         Judgment of Paris, The         Le Cirque Feerique         Le Serpent Rouge         Nutcracker Rouge         Snow White

Judgment of Paris, The

Synopsis:
Inspired by the Greek myth of the Judgment of Paris, in which the first ever beauty contest occurred, and informed by the stage directions of the Baroque Opera the Judgment of Paris (by John Weaver), Company XIV tells an epic story of lust, love, and tragedy, illustrating the events that lead to Paris's fateful decision to award Aphrodite the golden apple in exchange for Helen of Troy. This decision launched the Trojan War, resulting in years of blood shed and catastrophe. the Judgment of Paris explores archetypes prevalent in Greek literature, tracing them through history, equating Helen of Troy (the first blonde bombshell) to other blondes throughout time. . .Marilyn, Marlene, Brigitte Bardot, etc. Humorous interludes, supplied by Offenbach's comic opera La Belle Helene, tantalize throughout the evening. Equal parts classical, contemporary, historical, and pop art, the Judgment of Paris defies easy categorization.
- press release

Notes:
conceived by Austin McCormick; Adapted text by Austin McCormick And Toby Burns

1st Produced:
Brooklyn, NY    2008

Organisations:
Company XIV

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Historical

Parts:
Male:  1            Female:  5            Other:  -

Further Reference:
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Le Cirque Feerique

Synopsis:
Le Cirque Feerique (the Fairy Circus), a fairy tale-inspired show for all ages. It incorporates a myriad of dance styles, fusing Baroque, classical ballet, flamenco, ballroom, contemporary partnering, and Indian dance, along with contemporary movement. the show includes an array of music, including pieces by Vivaldi, Aphex Twin, Lady Gaga, and Bizet, and features a special guest, the Charites Baroque Opera Trio. This lush extravagANZa includes classic fairy tales such as Charles Perrault's "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Cinderella," Hans Christian Andersen's "the Ugly Duckling," "the Emperor's New Clothes," and "the Princess and the Pea," the Brothers Grimm's "the Fisherman and His Wife," Munro Leaf's "Ferdinand the Bull," and more.
- nytheatre.com

Notes:
written by Austin McCormick And Jeff Takacs

1st Produced:
303 Bond Street, 303 Bond Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231    09 May 2010

Organisations:
Company XIV

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Piece

Parts:
Male:  3            Female:  4            Other:  -

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Le Serpent Rouge

Synopsis:
In Le Serpent Rouge, Company XIV enacts the story of Adam, Eve, and the fall of man as only Austin McCormick and his multi-talented troupe can; humorous, heartbreaking and extravagantly decadent. Fusing dance, theater, music, and visual art, Le Serpent Rouge draws inspiration from Jean Cocteau's one act play Le Bel Indifferent and has an eclectic musical score featuring songs by Paul Anka, Cecilia Bartoli, James Brown, Eartha Kitt, Peggy Lee, Marilyn Monroe, Arvo Part, and Nina Simone. Textual inspiration for the show includes Adam and Eve by John Erskine, the poetry of Charles Bukowski, Disillusionment by Thomas Mann and the Bible
- press release

Notes:
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1st Produced:
303 Bond Street, NY    2009

Organisations:
Company XIV

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Play/Drama

Parts:
Male:  2            Female:  3            Other:  -

Further Reference:
-

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Nutcracker Rouge

Synopsis:
Nutcracker Rouge is a re-imagining of the beloved Nutcracker tale told with erotic, sensual, and opulent flair. From the twisted mind of director/choreographer Austin McCormick comes this hedonistic display of gorgeous and decadent winter entertainment. the extravagANZa includes an eclectic blend of music, including pieces by Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi, Duke Ellington, and text inspired by Alexandre Dumas's adaptation of E.T.A. Hoffman's the Nutcracker and Charles Perrault'sLittle Red Riding Hood.
- nytheatre.com

Notes:
conceived by Austin McCormick; Adapted by Jeff Takacs

1st Produced:
303 Bond Street, NY    12 Dec 2010

Organisations:
Company XIV

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Piece

Parts:
Male:  5            Female:  5            Other:  -

Further Reference:
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Snow White

Synopsis:
Company XIV's Snow White, inspired by the Brothers Grimm version of the beloved fairy tale, comes just in time for the holiday season. This show for the entire family blends opera, circus, dance, theatre, projection and lavish design, and is sure to delight both children and adults alike.
- nytheatre.com

Notes:
Author: Jeff Takacs; Conceived & Directed By: Austin McCormick; Choreographer: Austin McCormick

1st Produced:
303 Bond Street, NY    04 Dec 2011

Organisations:
Company XIV

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Christmas show 80 min

Parts:
Male:  6            Female:  5            Other:  -

Further Reference:
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