THE DIARY OF A MADMAN

February 13th - March 10th, 2013

Poprishchin is a disenchanted civil servant. He is single, out of money, losing his hair, and unable to secure a promotion. In the evening he vents his frustration in his diary. Entries shift from belittling reports of his superiors, to his obsession with his boss’ daughter, to a suspicion that dogs can talk. When Poprishchin reads that the King of Spain has died without an heir, he realizes his destiny and declares himself King Ferdinand VIII.

REVIEWS

“Thanks to Quintessence’s fascinating production, attention must be paid to Gogol’s work.”
- The Philadelphia Inquirer

“The concept for the Quintessence staging is rich.”
- Broadstreet Review

“When Poprishchin falls deeper into his mania in act two, Fredrick rises to the occasion, making the descent riveting.”
- Talkin’ Broadway

CREATIVE TEAM

Alexander Burns
Director & Set Design

John Burkland
Lighting Design

Jane Casanave
Costume Design

ENSEMBLE

Daniel Frederick
Aksentii Poprishchin

Rachel Brodeur
Sophia/ Tatiana

Jamison Foreman
Piano Player