Show: 15
Title: Code: L-O-V-E
Category: Comedy
By: Highlander Kitty
Written by: Jenna Papke
Location: Crane Theater
Summary: A retelling of Cyrano de Bergerac set amongst WWII code-breakers, with the genders flipped.
Highlights: In this charming version of the classic story of unrequited love, experienced code-breaker and field agent Cynthia (Cyrano) and new agent Christine (Christian) are in love with the handsome Robin (Roxanne). The story plays out as in the original, with all of the letter-wooing, death, and too late confession of love. The WWII espionage adds a level of intrigue, and the gender-swap shows the old story in a new light. Compelling and heartfelt performances by the three members of the love triangle (Megan Rene Guidry, Meredith Kind, and Ethan Bjelland) make the journey through this familiar tale worthwhile, even though you know it ends in heartbreak. A sweet and entertaining re-imagining of a classic love story.
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