Ms. Paley is .. a sterling performer

The New York Times [April 2006]

The Ensemble Studio Theatre

presents

the World Premiere of

ON THE WAY TO TIMBUKTU

Written and Performed by Petronia Paley

Directed by Talvin Wilks

Music by Min Xiao-Fen

Dr. Selene Slater-Bernaud, also known as Slim, teaches a class scrutinizing Shakespeare’s sonnets titled “The Poetics of Race...The Politics of Beauty.” After years in a caring interracial marriage, she finds herself in love with a female student. Grappling with personal demons that threaten to destroy her, Slim's past and present collide as she confronts the poetry and politics of her heart.

Set & Light Design - Maruti Evans

Costume Design - Suzanne Chesney

Projection Design - Maya Ciarrocchi

Previews: December 6 and 7

Opening: December 8

Closing: December 21

Performance Schedule:

Tuesdays - Saturdays @ 8:00 PM

Sundays @ 2:00 PM

For further details: Visit: www.ensemblestudiotheatre.org