Black Comedy By Peter Shaffer
Directed by Laura Coté in the Studio Theatre

Struggling sculptor Brindsley Miller has caught the attention of millionaire art collector, Georg Bamberger. Thinking this could be his big break, Brindsley and his very recent fiancée, Carol, are having a party with the aim of hoping to impress him as well as her pompous and bombastic father, Colonel Melkett.

Moments before the guests arrive, the main fuse blows, plunging the apartment into total darkness. What follows is a frantic romp of extra unexpected guests, mistaken identities, and surprises lurking in every dark corner. Only the audience can see the chaotic action that ensues in the dark.

Written by award winning playwright Peter Schaffer, this fantastic farce has been delighting audiences for over 60 years with its fast paced action, quirky characters, and magnificent mayhem.

Dates and times:
Thursday, October 16 at 7:00pm
Friday, October 17 at 7:00pm
Saturday, October 18 at 7:00pm
Sunday, October 19 at 2:00pm

Thursday, October 23 at 7:00pm
Friday, October 24 7:00pm
Saturday, October 25 at 7:00pm
Sunday, October 26 at 2:00pm

Recommended for 13+ for mature themes.

This show runs 90 minutes with no intermission.
Due to the intimate nature of the theater, there is no late seating. Please plan on arriving 15 minutes prior to the show to ensure you are seated in time.

Location
The Studio Theatre is located in the MPC Theatre Building on the MPC campus at 980 Fremont Street. You can find the building along Fishnet Road near parking lot B or by following the google maps link (building 39)
Google Maps Link

Parking
Plentiful parking is available in Lot B. Parking is free for Fall 2025 performances.

Seating
All seats are general admission. It is recommended to arrive early, especially if you are coming in a group, as it is an intimate house.

ADA
The theater has ADA compliant seating. After purchasing your ticket, please contact the box office (mpcboxoffice@mpc.edu) if you need an ADA seat and it will be reserved for you.
Box Office Contact:
Shannon Dillon
sdillon@mpc.edu

“Black Comedy” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com