August 6th-17th, 2025
ATA Presents
THE INTERLUDE OF YOUTH
(16th Century ~ unknown playwright)
Part of the 49th Season of Classics
“The Interlude of Youth” (unknown playwright) is a morality play in verse dating from the early 16th century, that shows the development of a young man from a crude rogue into a serious member of society.
The characters have names such as Riot, Pride, and Lechery. This play is one of the most entertaining of surviving morality plays, containing a great deal of comedy. The word “interlude” has changed meaning over the centuries; in the early modern period, it simply meant a short play.
Directed by Dr. Jeff. S. Dailey
Cast:
Charity: David Ezell
Youth: Will Lerberg
Riot: Chaim Samuels
Lechery: Paige Flottman
Pride: Craig Cosentino
Humility: Brandon Geer