The Liar ✦ Oct 10 – 19, 2025

by David Ives, adapted from “Le Menteur” by Pierre Corneille

Directed by Kristi Ann Jacobson

BOX OFFICE HOURS
6:00pm – 8:00pm | Oct. 10 & 11, 17 & 18
1:00pm – 3:00pm | Oct. 11 & 12, 18 & 19

The lobby opens 1 hour prior to curtain. The house opens approximately ½ hour prior to curtain. Performances will take place in the The Robert B. Stewart Performance Hall.

The Liar by David Ives and adapted from “Le Menteur” by Pierre Corneille

Get ready for a whirlwind of witty wordplay and hilarious mix-ups! David Ives, the master of theatrical adaptation, takes Pierre Corneille's classic French farce, Le Menteur, and infuses it with his signature brand of dazzling linguistic acrobatics and laugh-out-loud humor.

Meet Dorante, a charming and utterly incorrigible liar who has just arrived in Paris and is determined to woo the woman of his dreams. The only problem? He's convinced he knows who she is, but he's actually fallen for the wrong girl – and he's spinning an increasingly elaborate web of fabrications to impress her and everyone else around him! With mistaken identities, romantic misunderstandings, and a servant who literally can't tell a lie, The Liar is a comedic tour de force that will leave you breathless with laughter.

Don't miss this sparkling, rapid-fire romp that proves even the biggest lies can lead to the most delightful truths (eventually!). It's a comedic masterpiece for anyone who loves a good story – especially when it's completely made up!

Runtime: Approximately 2 hours.

Content Advisory: Language: The dialogue is witty and fast-paced containing occasional mild adult language consistent with the play's "bawdy" comedic style. There is no strong profanity.

Themes: The play's themes are best appreciated by mature audiences who enjoy sophisticated humor.

Violence: Conflict is presented in a highly comedic and stylized manner. The play features a brief, "fictitious duel" that is resolved amicably, intended for laughs rather than realism. There is no graphic violence.

Suggestive Content: The plot revolves around "amorous schemes" and romantic pursuits, characteristic of a classic farce. Any suggestive content is conveyed through witty innuendo, comedic situations, and pantomime. There is no nudity.

Warning: The Liar will contain moments of flashing lights which may affect those with photosensitivity.

Audience Recommendation: The rapid-fire wordplay and nuanced comedic themes are particularly suited for mature teens and adults.