The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy presents PUSH Physical Theatre’s production of “Dracula,” an original movement-based interpretation of Bram Stoker’s classic tale of seduction, desire, and madness, on Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. in Castle Gould’s Black Box Theatre.
PUSH, also known as the “masters of motion theatre,” created this unique, acrobatic spectacle, which will be adapted specifically for this historic Gold Coast mansion. Choreography and the spoken word are used to create this ground-breaking and thrilling portrayal of one of literature’s most famous villains.
PUSH founder Darren Stevenson plays the title role of Dracula, and his wife, Heather, portrays the legendary vampire’s love interest, Lucy.
“PUSH’s ‘Dracula’ asks questions about life and death, spirituality, sexuality, and moral absolutes,” Stevenson said, “It’s about the nature of fear. The line between love and obsession is difficult to detect. If [Dracula] really loves [Lucy], is he willing to ruin her in order to have her?”
Seating is very limited. Premium admission for Conservancy members is $60 per person; premium for non-members is $70 per person; general for Conservancy members is $50 per person; general for non-members is $55 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at www.SandsPointPreserve.org or by calling the ticket line at 516-304-5076.
Members of the Conservancy not only help support the Sands Point Preserve’s historic buildings and grounds, but they are also eligible for discounts to many events and free admission to the park, which is open year-round. Fall is the perfect time to join with a 12-month membership and enjoy all that the preserve has to offer.
For general information, see www.SandsPointPreserve.org or visit the Welcome Center & Gift Shop at 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, N.Y. The preserve is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the Welcome Center is open from noon to 5 p.m. on weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.
