Direct-mail brochure: Buy tickets for "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" & "The Triumph of Love"

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Why do you suppose we only feel compelled to chase

the ones who run away?� — Les Liaisons Dangereuses

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The chase is on!

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Will love prevail?

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On the Main Stage in Madison:

Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liaisons)

By Christopher Hampton, based on the novel by Choderlos De Laclos

July 5–24, 2005 In a decadent cat-and-mouse game of love and revenge, the beautiful Marquise and the infamous Valmont deftly manipulate those around them — as well as each other — as they scheme to seduce their innocent victims: a virginal young bride-to-be and a pious married woman. Such a scandalous plot unfolds!

Tickets $27–$49 • Discounts for subscribers & groups of 10 or more

Directed by Bonnie J. Monte. Featuring:

David Conrad as Valmont

Tamara Tunie as the Marquise de Merteuil

As well as Roxanna Hope*, Nathan Kaufman, Erin Partin*, Michael R. Pauley, Angela Reed*, Gardner Reed*, Elizabeth Shepherd* and Jared Zeus*

Main Stage: F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre 36 Madison Ave.,at Lancaster Rd. (on Drew University campus) in Madison

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On the Outdoor Stage in Morris Township:

The Triumph of Love

by Marivaux, translated & adapted by Bonnie J. Monte

July 19–August 7 Can passion reduce a famously rational philosopher to an ardent lover? With the help of her clever maidservant, a princess disguises herself as a man and woos an entire household as she wages her own battle against the tyranny of lovelessness. An enchanting celebration of the unquenchable power of amour, presented in a magical outdoor setting. Perfect for all ages!

Adults & teens $28 • Kids 12 & under $15 (age 5 & under free at the door)

Directed by Craig A. Miller. Featuring:

Greg Jackson as Harlequin

Mandy Olsen as Leonide

Geoff Wilson as Agis

As well as Bryan Cogman*, Brian Dowd*, Pamela Vogel and Alison Weller* * denotes member, Actors' Equity Association

Outdoor Stage: The Greek Theatre

Save 10% when you buy tickets to both!

973-408-5600 ShakespeareNJ.org

2 Convent Rd. (on College of Saint Elizabeth campus) in Morris Township Valid on regular tickets to Les Liaisons Dangereuses

and The Triumph of Love when purchased together.

Phone orders & window sales only. Subject to availability. Not valid on previously purchased tickets.

Official airline of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Home of the Outdoor Stage

Inside right: Jean Honoré Fragonard, The Love Letter, ca. 1770. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, The Jules Bache Collection, 1949.

Inside left and at left: Jean-Honoré Fragonard, The Progress of Love: The Meeting (details), ca. 1771–73. Oil on canvas, 125 x 96 inches. © The Frick Collection, New York. Photo: Richard di Liberto.

On the cover: Jean-Honoré Fragonard (Grasse, 1732–1806) The Progress of Love: Reverie, 1790–91. Oil on canvas, 125 1/8 x 77 5/8 inches. © The Frick Collection, New York. Photo: Richard di Liberto.

These programs are made possible in part by funds from New Jersey State Council on the Arts/ Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as funds from the National Endowment for the Arts and contributions from numerous corporations, foundations and individuals.

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Special savings when you buy the pair.

See inside for details!

by Marivaux, translated & adapted by Bonnie J. Monte

The Triumph of Love

36 Madison Ave. • Madison NJ 07940 Bonnie J. Monte, Artistic Director Stephen Klein, Managing Director

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By Christopher Hampton, based on the novel by Choderlos De Laclos

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

This summer, indulge in a rendezvous...or two!

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