“The show frolics in jewel tones, with movement, dance, ingenious prop use and piquant stage business” –The Washington Post
“Fuses acrobatics, mime, design, and music to provide a rich and novel re-interpretation of a classic tale.” –DCTheaterArts
Synetic Theater invites Arlington audiences to experience an evening of bold, inventive storytelling with its Teen Company’s production of Cyrano de Bergerac, paired on select evenings with a pre-show performance of The Boy Who Cried Wolf by the Pre-Teen Ensemble. With just six performances, this limited run offers a rare chance to see the next generation of Synetic artists in action.
The Synetic Teen Company, the organization’s flagship education program, is known for physically dynamic, visually striking productions. Since 2011, it has served as a pipeline for rising talent, with many alumni advancing to careers in film, television, and professional theater—and regularly appearing on Synetic’s mainstage.
This clowning- and commedia-inspired Cyrano de Bergerac delivers a dynamic, movement-driven take on the classic story, exploring not only romance, loyalty, and sacrifice, but also the tension between inner truth and outward appearance. Cyrano, a brilliant but self-conscious poet and soldier, hides his love for Roxanne behind the handsome Christian—ghostwriting the letters that win her heart, while denying his own voice.
Select performances begin with a fifteen-minute staging of The Boy Who Cried Wolf, directed by company member Maryam Najafzada, offering a glimpse into the next generation of Synetic artists.
Performance Details
- Dates: April 24 – May 3 (6 performances only)
- Location: Gunston Theater I, 2700 S Lang St, Arlington, VA 22206
- Tickets: $35 General Admission | $15 Students
- Special Opportunity: Teens interested in joining the Synetic Teen Company are encouraged to attend and will be able to sign up for auditions for next year (auditions will take place May 23rd).
Secure tickets now to experience this high-energy, emotionally resonant production and support Arlington’s rising artists.
