3 Stages of Love Part 2: Simple Love/Unperfect Actor

Love always makes for a good story because some part of it is always relatable. And what better way to explore all the various sides to love than in a three-part cabaret using – at least some – words and songs that people already know. 3 Stages of Love, a semi-autobiographical work devised by Ensemble Member Khnemu Menu-Ra, features a blend of Shakespeare and song – along with original pieces. The

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