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1974 Aurora

Unpublished

Synopsis
A sensitive youth, William, and his spirit, Bill, discuss their struggles amongst the aristocratic society of Duke Denzo's castle. In the castle's ballroom there are Slavic dances and games but amongst all the humour insults are traded. William and the Duke have a fencing duel in which the Duke is mortally wounded in this parody of film and theatre.

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With music by John FitzGibbon, Fornes directed Aurora when it was presented by New York Theatre Strategy at the Truck and Warehouse Theatre, 79 East Fourth Street, NYC. Lighting Design was by Susan Gregg and Choreography by Aileen Passloff. Cast: Ken Fitch, Bob Harders, Caroline Kava, Lee Kissman, James Leon, Ed Setrakian, Lola Belle Smith, Gayle Swymer, Camille Tibaldeo. Piano - Stephen Spitz, Flute - Dan Erikkila, Guitar - Dick Hobson.