An Olivier Award-nominated drama
From Saturday, April 20 to Sunday, May 12 at the Tarragon Theatre Extraspace, Studio 180 Theatre presents the Canadian premiere of James Fritz’s taut, darkly comic and deeply provocative Olivier Award-nominated drama Four Minutes Twelve Seconds, directed by Studio 180 Artistic Director and Co-founder Mark McGrinder with assistant director Chantelle Han, and featuring Megan Follows, Sergio Di Zio, Jadyn Nasato and Tavaree Daniel-Simms. A thrilling exploration of issues of consent, privilege and the insidious opportunities new technology offers.
Di and David have devoted their lives to giving their son, Jack – every opportunity they never had. But a startling incident outside the school grounds threatens to ruin everything they’re striving for. As events begin to accelerate, Di and David begin to question whether they can trust Jack, his closest friends or even themselves.
“Our finest work has always found a way of tackling issues through a deeply human lens, and Four Minutes Twelve Seconds is no exception. Fritz’s play functions first and foremost as a thriller, taking audiences on a narrative and emotional journey. It grips from the very first moments and doesn’t let go. Our contemplation of complex topics like toxic masculinity, privacy and consent is the organic outcome of living in the heightened world of these characters. I can’t wait to share this dark, funny and engrossing play with audiences and to be a part of the conversations that are sure to follow.”
– Mark McGrinder, Artistic Director, Director & Studio 180 Theatre Co-founder
About Studio 180 Theatre
Studio 180 Theatre is a Toronto-based company with a mission to engage, provoke and entertain through dynamic theatre and innovative Beyond The Stage experiences that delve into social and political issues. Since 2002, Studio 180 Theatre has evolved from an informal artistic collective into one of Toronto’s most respected independent professional theatre companies, expanding to include a strong new play development program and an extensive IN CLASS workshop program with almost 2,000 students annually. The Laramie Project, Stuff Happens, Our Class, Clybourne Park, The Normal Heart, The Nether, Oslo, Indecent, and The Chinese Lady are among the many plays they’ve have produced in the past 20 years.
(Photo credits: Studio 180 Theatre. Pictured: Sergio Di Zio, Megan Follows, Jadyn Nasato & Tavaree Danial-Simms. Photo by Dahlia Katz.)
Event details
Hosted by: Studio 180 Theatre
Type of event: theatre performance
Written by: James Fritz
Directed by: Mark McGrinder, with Assistant Director Chantelle Han
Cast: Megan Follows, Sergio Di Zio, Jadyn Nasato and Tavaree Daniel-Simms
Dates: Saturday, April 20 – Sunday, May 12, 2024
Start times:
- Tuesday – Saturdays @ 7:30 PM ET;
- Saturday & Sunday matinées @ 2:00 PM ET;
- Tuesday & Wednesday student matinées @ 1:00 PM ET
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes (no intermission)
Cost: C$29.00 arts worker & $69.00 regular; up to 30% off for Tarragon Theatre subscribers
Location: Tarragon Theatre, Extraspace, 30 Bridgman Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5R 1X3
Booking link: Get your tickets here.
Contact Details: Studio 180 Theatre, 19 Madison Avenue, Third Floor, Toronto, ON, M5R 2S2, Canada; 416-962-1800, info@studio180theatre.com, studio180theatre.com
Content warning: Contains strong language and references to physical and sexual violence.
Accessibility: See Tarragon Theatre’s accessibility info.
COVID-19 policy: Audiences will be required to wear masks at the following performances: Sunday April 28 (2:00 PM) and Wednesday May 1 (7:30 PM). See Tarragon Theatre’s COVID-19 policy here.
Refund policy: If you need to cancel your tickets, Tarragon Theatre offers ticket exchanges, credit certificates or a full refund up to 24 hours prior to the date and time of your performance. Contact them at 416-531-1827 or email patronservices@tarragontheatre.com.