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LAST SHOW! DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FINAL CHANCE TO SEE EMILIE!
Closing party to be held in the lobby after the performance.
Get your tickets NOW!! 🎟️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

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ONLY TWO MORE SHOWS - DON'T MISS OUT!
Get your tickets NOW!! 🎟️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

Our final weekend of Emilie is coming up! Join us to celebrate an amazing start to our 68th season.
Get your tickets NOW!! 🎟️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

AUDITIONS TONIGHT!!!!! We can’t wait to see you there!!!

🎭AUDITION NOTICE!🎉
The Father
By: Florian Zeller
Directed By: Scott McWhirter

AUDITIONS:
Sunday, August 15th & Monday, August 16th
7:00-10:00 PM
Theatre Southwest
8944 Clarkcrest St. Houston, TX 77063

PREPARATION:
Headshot & Resume requested.
Auditions will be cold readings from the script.
We encourage attending both evenings.

SEEKING:
3 Male-presenting
3 Female-presenting
(Descriptions below)

PERFORMANCES:
Nov 1 - 16
Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sunday matinees (Nov 3 & 10) at 3 p.m.

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Now 80 years old, Andre’ was once a tap dancer. He lives with his daughter, Anne, and her husband, Antoine. Or was Andre’ an engineer, whose daughter Anne lives in London with her new lover, Pierre? The thing is, he is still wearing his pajamas, and he can’t find his watch. He is starting to wonder if he’s losing control. A poignant look at the world through the eyes of a man experiencing dementia.

CHARACTERS:
Andre
M 60s - 80s
A man in the stages of dementia. Confusion and anger lead to dynamic, powerful scenes. Requires expressive portrayal of confusion, vulnerability, and occasional clarity. Strong emotional depth needed.

Anne
F 30s - 50s
Andre’s daughter. Balances care for him with personal strife, showing resilience and emotional complexity, and yet her reserves are being strained.

Laura
F 30s -50s
In home caregiver. Compassionate and efficient.

Pierre
M 30s-50s
Anne’s partner. Loves her but shows little empathy for her situation. Ready to be free of the burden of Andre.

Man
M 30s-50s
Imposing presence. Ante confuses him with Pierre. Abusive to Andre.

Woman
F 30s - 50s
Caregiver at institution. Compassionate. Andre confuses her with Anne.

Still looking for something to do this weekend? Look no further!! Come out to the second showing of Emilie!!
Get your tickets NOW!! 🎟️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

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HAPPY OPENING!!! Make sure you get your tickets for tonight and stay after the show for an opening party! 🎟️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

ONE NORE DAY UNTIL OPENING!!

🎟️⏳TIME TO GRAB YOUR TICKETS! 👩🏼‍🏫
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

🎟️⏳TIME TO GRAB YOUR TICKETS! 👩🏼‍🏫
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick
📸 Jonathan Moonen

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

MEET THE CAST!

Lisa Caughorn – Emilie
Lisa is thrilled to be playing the role of Emilie, a female physicist who took great
risks in her era. Emilie has been a role model to woman pursuing science and STEM professions for decades. Lisa is a public speaking coach & keynote speaker. She has worked in television commercials and theater as an actor, director, writer, and
editor. She has held roles in theatrical performances including: “Everybody Loves
Opal” (Opal Kronkie), “Sweet Delilah Swim Club” (Vernadette), “Aces” (Courtney
Gibbs, Miss USA 1988), “Steel Magnolias” (Truvy Jones), “Curious Savage” (Ethel Savage), “Nuts” (Claudia Faith), and “You Can’t Take It With You” (Alice Sycamore).
She is ecstatic to be in a line-up of a fabulous team of actors! Lisa& #39;s favorite cast of characters includes her husband James and sons Eli (19) and Daniel (16)!

👩🏼‍🏫GRAB YOUR TICKETS! ❤️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

MEET THE CAST!

Jody Koster - Voltaire
“Emilie” marks Jody’s second show on the Theatre Southwest stage. He appeared in last January’s Ripcord (Benjamin/Lewis/Scary Clown). Favorite credits of Jody’s include Wait Until Dark (Roat), Lonestar (Roy), Gypsy (Uncle Jocko/Mr. Goldstone/Cigar), Lady Susan (Sir James Martin), & Run For Your Wife (John Smith). He’d like to thank Steve & Helen for giving him the chance to play such a fun and challenging character. He’d also like to thank his wife Morgan for her continuing love and support.

👩🏼‍🏫GRAB YOUR TICKETS! ❤️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

MEET THE CAST!

Antonia Macovei - Soubrette
Antonia is so excited to work on this production with such an amazing cast. She has previously done a shows at Theatre Southwest and has been in the musicals The Addams Family, Cabaret and Chicago. This has been an unforgettable experience for her and she hopes you enjoy watching the show as much as she enjoyed being in it

👩🏼‍🏫GRAB YOUR TICKETS! ❤️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

MEET THE CAST!
Aaron Cook - Gentleman
Aaron Cook is back at TSW after playing Peter in Stop Kiss by Diana Son in 2022. He has also played in a couple of TSW’s Festival of Originals shows (2016, 2020). Aaron is from Houston and studied acting while attending the University of St. Thomas (Class of ‘01). For a few years he was a guitar-carrying Spanish minstrel at The Texas Renaissance Festival, and he enjoys playing jazz piano. Now he has plans to teach elementary school in Houston. Thank you for supporting the arts!

👩🏼‍🏫GRAB YOUR TICKETS! ❤️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

MEET THE CAST!!

Betsy Barry - Madam
Betsy Barry returns to TSW’s stage after appearing as Christina Drayton in the recent TSW production of “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.” With a long history of stage appearances, including performances in “Good People” and various “Festival of Originals” productions, Ms. Barry is a seasoned actress. She currently serves as the Fine Arts Department Chair and Theatre Director at St. John XXIII College Preparatory in Katy, Texas. This fall, she is thrilled to start a new role as Alumni Director at St. John. Betsy extends her heartfelt gratitude to everyone at TSW for welcoming her into this exceptionally talented ensemble.

👩🏼‍🏫GRAB YOUR TICKETS! ❤️
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

🗣CAST ANNOUNCEMENT!🚨
EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet, Defends Her Life Tonight
By: Lauren Gunderson
Directed By: Steve Carpentier
Asst. Directed By: Helen Warwick

🤩THE CAST:
EMILIE played by Lisa Caughorn
VOLTAIRE played by Jody Koster
SOUBRETTE played by Antonia Macovei
MADAM played by Besty Barry
GENTLEMAN played by Aaron Cook

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant.
18th Century scientific genius, Emile du Chatelet, is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history's most vibrant, witty, and intriguing women. Emilie defends her life and loves and ends up with both a formula and legacy that permeates history.

🎭PERFORMANCES:
September 13th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sunday Matinees (Sept 15th & 22th) at 3:00 PM
🎟 www.tswhouston.com/tickets

🎭

😍Wow!🚨
What a way to open weekend 2 of The 27th Annual FOO with ANOTHER SOLD OUT NIGHT and WEEKEND! 🎭

We still have seats 💺 for TONIGHT Saturday 8/3 at 8PM!
🎟️ www.tswhouston.com/tickets

We are SOLD OUT for our Matinee, Sunday 8/4 at 3PM! 🥹🥰

Thank you !! ❤️❤️

Theatre Southwest The Festival of Originals (the FOO) will be located at TSW 8944 Clarkcrest St. Houston, TX 77063 PERFORMANCES July 26 - August 10 Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM Matinee Sunday, Aug. 4th at 3 PM Tickets: Purchase HERE Produced by Mimi Holloway