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Ancient Roman Screwball Comedy Comes to the Getty Villa

The Troubador Theater Company and the Getty Museum brings Haunted House Party, A Roman Comedy to the stage this summer. This wacky, screwball comedy is presented live outdoors this summer and is sure to bit a hit for all ages. Theater goers can expect a wild night of party music inspired by Roman times and pre-show entertainment to warm up before the comedic festivities begin.

Key Takeaways:

  • the annual outdoor theatre production has gone comedy. it is the first time since 2009
  • each year, the production features a different ancient Greek and Roman play each year
  • The production is inspired by the customs of ancient Roman theater

“Haunted House Party is directed and adapted by Troubadour Theater Company’s artistic director Matt Walker from Mostellaria (The Haunted House) by ancient Roman playwright Plautus.”

http://blogs.getty.edu/iris/ancient-roman-screwball-comedy-comes-to-the-getty-villa/

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