The Labyrinth of Desire

Masquerading suitors pursue Laura for her beauty, her wit, and her dowry. When Florela’s fiancé Alejandro joins the pursuit, Florela pursues him. She goes undercover, befriending Laura and falling in love with her too. This breezy comedy of romance and hijinks asks, “what compels us to hide our true self?” and “to what lengths will we go to satisfy desire?” Adapted from Lope de Vega’s play La Prueba de los Ingenios, The Labyrinth of Desire’s sharp dialogue and timeless themes mixes cloak and dagger comedy alongside contemporary drama to question the power of love and transformation.

Creative Team

Directed by Paris Crayton III
Associate Direction by Gabrielle Smith
Choreography by Paris Crayton III & Gabrielle Smith
Scenic & Costume Design by Lindsay Webster
Lighting Design by Kelly Vogel
Dramaturgy by Renee Cyr
Stage Management by Kaitlin Nelke

Cast

Florela - Betsy Armstrong
Ricardo - Cooper Holmes
Alejandro - Farrukhbek Varisov
Camacho - Marek Skeeba
Laura - Allison FitzSimmons
Finea - Promita Dey
Paris - Myles Hollie
Estacio - Asher Suski
Duchess - Basia Schendzielos