Harry Clarke

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Harry Clarke

Full-Length Play, Dark Comedy  /  1m

David Cale

A sexually charged and hilarious one-man thriller. 

Image: 2017 Vineyard Theatre Production (Carol Rosegg)

Harry Clarke

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1m
  • Duration
    Duration
    90 minutes
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

Details

Summary
Harry Clarke is the story of a shy Midwestern man who feels more himself when adopting the persona of a cocky Londoner, Harry Clarke. Moving to New York and presenting himself as an Englishman, he charms his way into a wealthy family’s life, romancing two family members as the seductive and sexually precocious Harry, with more on his mind than love. With his spellbinding and emotionally nuanced storytelling, Cale has created a riveting story of a man leading an outrageous double life.
History
Harry Clarke was first produced in New York City by the Vineyard Theatre (Douglas Aibel, Artistic Director; Sarah Stern, Artistic Director; Suzanne Appel, Managing Director) in 2017. The play was subsequently produced off-Broadway in 2018 by Audible at the Minetta Lane Theatre.
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Performing Groups
PHILIP BRUGGLESTEIN / HARRY CLARKE
  • Time Period Present Day
  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Duration 90 minutes

Media

“[A] thrilling one-man show.” – London Theatre

“Cale’s script is fluid and smart, an effortlessly engrossing narrative that retains its wit even as the story darkens.” – WhatsOnStage

“Zinging one-liners.” – The Arts Desk

“Deliciously malign noirish comedy.” – The Reviews Hub

“Hilarious. One of the most exhilarating theatre triumphs of 2017!” – Observer

“Captivating... undeniably entertaining!” – Theatermania

“Harry Clarke is slyly seductive and quietly creepy.” – NY Daily News

“David Cale’s script is very strong.” – LondonTheatre1

“It’s sexy, funny, interesting and creepy.” — West End Best Friends

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    Image: 2017 Vineyard Theatre Production (Carol Rosegg)

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Authors

David Cale

David Cale

David Cale is a monologist, playwright, songwriter and actor. He is the writer and performer of solo works including the Obie Award-winning Lillian, The History of Kisses, Palomino, A Likely Story, Deep in a Dream of You (Bessie Award), Smooch Music and The Redthroats (Bessie ...

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