The Marble Valley Players will present “Vincent”, a one-man play written by Leonard Nimoy, based on the play “Van Gogh” by Phillip Stephens and on letters written between Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo. This multi-image dramatic staging received rave reviews when it toured with Leonard Nimoy playing the one extraordinary role. The excitement and color of Van Gogh’s life and art enhance this production through the projection of images that fill the stage as the story unfolds. They add impact to the
words being spoken and provide an art education in themselves. As the Variety critic put it, “The actor doesn’t have the stage to himself. He plays against the celebrated artist’s brilliant paintings projected on a
large screen.”

Director Mikki Lane (Mamma Mia) is thrilled to bring this show to the local
stage. As a longtime fan of Van Gogh’s work, it has been a dream of hers for
over 30 years! “Vincent” stars Frank Wright (Les Misérables) and Jamie
Willis (Mamma Mia) who will each take the stage for three of the 6
performances. (Fans should note that Jamie will perform on Jan.30, Feb. 1
and Feb. 7. Frank’s performances are on Jan.31, Feb. 6 and 8.) Both Frank
and Jamie bring their unequalled talents to the stage as they individually
embody Theo, the loving, passionate, and brilliant man so cherished by his
brother Vincent.

Following the Saturday performances, the director and cast will engage in a
“Talk Back” with the audience, featuring Carol Berry. Carol is an art
educator and has been studying the art and life of the artist Vincent Van
Gogh for over twenty years. She has been giving lectures for the Vermont
Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays’ program and leading retreats and
workshops. She has also written articles and two books on Vincent Van Gogh
which highlight his compassion and his spirituality. Her books, “Vincent Van
Gogh; His Spiritual Vision in Life and Art” and “Learning from Henri Nouwen
and Vincent Van Gogh; A Call to A Compassionate Life, InterVarsity Press”,
will be available to view and purchase.

“Vincent” will be performed on January 30, 31 and February 1 at The Sparkle
Barn, 1509 US Rte. 7 South in Wallingford and also on February 6, 7 and 8 at the
West Rutland Town Hall Theater, 35 Marble St. in West Rutland. While appropriate for all audiences, the show is best suited for adults and children ages ten and up. All show times are at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door for $15.00.