Amadeus

by Peter Shaffer

Directed by Paul Mason Barnes


September 9–October 4, 2009

Astounded by the beauty of Mozart’s music and yet consumed by envy and insecurity in the face of the brash young man’s talent, court composer Salieri sets out to destroy the prodigy’s life and career. A towering story of diabolical greed and soul-shattering guilt, outrageous genius and glorious music. Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Play.

Photo of Artistic Director Steven WoolfSteve's Take:
Full of intrigue, music and mystery, it's a story that would be on tabloid TV today: "The real truth about Mozart's death! Was he poisoned by a jealous rival?" It's potent drama, vibrantly alive.

“...a polished production authoritatively staged by Paul Mason Barnes that makes the strongest possible case for what in retrospect now looks like one of the best plays of the ‘70s. This is just the kind of show I have in mind when I assure disbelieving Manhattanites that it’s not merely possible but easy to see high-quality theater in every corner of America, flyover country very much included.” — Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal

“...this production of Amadeus has more going for it than anything you may have seen on a St. Louis stage in quite some time.” — Steve Allen, KFUO-FM

“With its big performances, serious themes and stunning period costumes, The Rep’s Amadeus delivers the velvety satisfaction of live theater done with assurance.” — Judith Newmark, St. Louis Post-Dispatch

“Amadeus offers a splendidly entertaining evening at The Rep, and Shaffer’s powerful tragedy comes across in exciting style.” — Joe Pollack, St. Louis Eats & Drinks

“The Rep’s Amadeus will leave you totally imbued with the unfailing recognition that you have just witnessed one of their finest productions of the last 43 years.” — Harry Hamm, KMOX-AM

“Buoyed by an excellent cast and stellar direction, this production is one of the early must-see events of the season.” — Chris Gibson, Broadway World

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Cast: Craig Baldwin (Venticello), Michael Dean Morgan (Venticello), Andrew Long (Antonio Salieri), Jeffrey Hayenga (Count Johann Kilian von Strack), Richmond Hoxie (Count Franz Orsini-Rosenberg), Walter Hudson (Baron Gottfried van Swieten), Elizabeth Stanley (Constanze Weber), Jim Poulos (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart), Joe Hickey (Emperor Joseph II), Jenn Bock (Ensemble), Jon Breeden (Ensemble), Joseph Garner (Ensemble), Cale Haupert (Ensemble), Khnemu Menu-Ra (Ensemble), Michael Monsey (Ensemble), Maggie Murphey (Ensemble), Michael Perkins (Ensemble), Brian White (Ensemble)

Creative Staff: Paul Mason Barnes (Director), Bill Clarke (Scenic Designer), Dorothy Marshall Englis (Costume Designer), Peter E. Sargent (Lighting Designer), Rusty Wandall (Sound Designer), Henry Palkes (Music Supervisor), Rich Cole (Casting Director), Glenn Dunn (Stage Manager), Shannon B. Sturgis (Assistant Stage Manager)