A Revolutionary Comedy: GSU Theatre premieres The Revolutionists
Georgia Southern Theatre premieres "The Revolutionists," a play that reimagines the French Revolution through the eyes of four extraordinary women, combining history, humor, and heart.
The play, written by Georgia native Lauren Gunderson, stars four actresses as real women, including playwright Olympe De Gouge, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen Marie Antoinette, and Haitian rebel Marianne Anegelle, as they navigate France's chaotic era.
Together, these women explore art, activism, feminism, legacy, and storytelling, under the looming threat of the guillotine.
"The cast has had terrific chemistry, which has led to a lot of great discoveries,"said Director Nicholas Newell.
The play promises a fierce and funny reimagining of the French Revolution, bringing history, humor, and heart to the stage.
Author's summary: GSU Theatre premieres The Revolutionists play.