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In Idiot Savant, Marie asks, “But what makes certain words magic?” What follows is a wild theatrical odyssey in the great tradition of Ionesco and Preston Sturges. From precise existential and metaphysical acrobatics, to a ridiculous game of inter-species golf with a Giant Duck, Idiot Savant is a comedic exploration of the boundaries of the legitimate.

This show is closed.

Performances ended on Dec. 20, 2009.

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In Idiot Savant, Marie asks, “But what makes certain words magic?” What follows is a wild theatrical odyssey in the great tradition of Ionesco and Preston Sturges. From precise existential and metaphysical acrobatics, to a ridiculous game of inter-species golf with a Giant Duck, Idiot Savant is a comedic exploration of the boundaries of the legitimate.

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Previews: Oct 27, 2009 • Opening: Nov 4, 2009 • Closing: Dec 20, 2009
Off-Broadway Plays Comedy

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Cast

Willem Dafoe
Idiot Savant
Alenka Kraigher
Marie
Daniel Nelson
Servant
Eric Magnus
Servant
Joel Israel
Servant
Elina Lowensohn
Olga

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Written and Directed by
Richard Foreman
Set Designers
Peter Ksander and Richard Foreman
Costume Designer
Gabriel Berry
Lighting Designer
Heather Carson
Sound Designer
Travis Just
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