Paul Pontrelli
Lilli Hokama
L to R Lilli Hokama and Paul Pontrelli
Synopsis
Written by Lauren Gunderson
June 28 – July 9
W 8pm, Th 2pm & 8pm, F 2pm, Sa 8pm, Su 2pm
Anthony arrives at Caroline’s door bearing a battered copy of Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass, an assignment from their English teacher. Due tomorrow. As the two let their guards down, this seemingly straightforward poetry project unlocks a deeper mystery that has brought them together. I and You is an ode to youth, fate, and the strange beauty of shared humanity. I and You will be directed by Kristen van Ginhoven, Artistic Director of WAM Theatre, in her CTC debut.
Sponsored by Cipora Brown and Steven Feiner.
Cast
Paul Pontrelli
Lilli Hokama
*Paul Pontrelli – Anthony
*Lilli Hokama – Caroline
*Denotes member of Actors Equity Association, the Union of Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
Artists
Playwright: Lauren Gunderson
Director: Kristen van Ginhoven
Scenic Design: Juliana Haubrich
Costume Design:Stella Schwartz
Lighting Design: Lara Dubin
Sound Design: Tom Shread
Stage Manager: Keri Schultz*
Reviews
“There is no more winning and appealing a couple on an area stage right now than Lilli Hokama’s Caroline and Paul Pontrelli’s Anthony”
Jeffrey Borak, The Berkshire Eagle
“Chester Theatre Company’s I and You is aglow with surprises and delights, as well as poetry and fine performances. Journey to the hills of Chester to see it!”
Mary Fernandez-Sierra, In The Spotlight
“This is a beautifully written, affecting production.” “The actors are flawless.”
Macey Levin, Berkshire On Stage
“The CTC’s first production of the summer is an unqualified delight.”
Helen Epstein, The Arts Fuse
“I AND YOU is a wonderful play.”
Mark G. Auerbach, The Westfield News
