June 27, 2022

The Sweet Science of Bruising

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The Sweet Science of Bruising

By Joy Wilkinson
February 17 – 26, 2023

 

"I’ve had it with romance. Those flowers are already dead when you put them in water. They don’t want to be picked and arranged and left to slowly rot. They want to live."

 

Inspired by the real history of female boxing in Victorian London, THE SWEET SCIENCE OF BRUISING follows four very different women in their bid to become Lady Boxing Champion of the World. As they spar and train under the tutelage of an eccentric trainer/promoter, all four women find an unexpected sense of freedom and solidarity in the "sweet science."

Although the stakes for victory soon reach life-changing heights, a different fight awaits each of them in the world outside the ring.
And for women in 19th century England, life rarely plays by Queensbury rules.

 

Content Advisory

This production contains strong language and content intended for adult audiences. Some audience members may find aspects of the subject matter to be upsetting or objectionable.

If you would like to know more, you can open the slider below for a more detailed content advisory, or you can email us at . Please note that detailed advisories may contain information that reveals plot elements in advance, AKA "spoilers." 

 

Free Admission for Utah High School Students

High school students may obtain tickets to our productions via the Arts Tickets website at no cost. If advance tickets are not available, high school students can come to the theatre half an hour before curtain to be added to our waitlist.  If we are able to release additional tickets, they will be distributed at curtain time on a first-come, first-served basis.  You must present valid ID at the theatre for admission.  Groups larger than ten: please call 801.585.3816 to discuss group rates. 

 

Photo Gallery 

Promotional photography by Meghan Gibson | Photo manipulation by Aaron Swenson

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Taryn McClure (Polly)

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Dorothy Mayer (Matty)

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CoCo Berwald (Violet)

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Tristian Osborne (Prof. Sharp)

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Hannah Ekstrom (Anna)

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Taryn McClure (Polly)

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Dorothy Mayer (Matty)

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CoCo Berwald (Violet)

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Hannah Ekstrom (Anna)

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Polly, Matty, Violet, Anna, & Professor Sharp

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Polly, Matty, Violet, and Anna

 

Contact Info

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  • Credits:

    by Joy Wilkinson
  • Director: Alexandra Harbold
  • Performance Times:

    Feb 17 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 18 @ 2:00 pm
    Feb 18 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 19 @ 2:00 pm
    Feb 23 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 24 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 25 @ 2:00 pm
    Feb 25 @ 7:30 pm
    Feb 26 @ 2:00 pm

    There will be a talkback with the cast and members of the creative team immediately following the performance on Friday, February 24
  • ASL Interpreter: Friday, February 24
  • Venue:

    Babcock Theatre
    300 South University Street
    Located on the lower level of Pioneer Memorial Theatre

    Free parking available at Rice Eccles Stadium
    Visit the Commuter Services Page for info and updates about transportation and parking
  • Production Notes:


    RUNTIME
    Approximately 120 - 150 minutes (subject to change)

    CONTENT ADVISORY

    This production contains strong language and content intended for adult audiences. Some audience members may find aspects of the subject matter to be upsetting or objectionable. Please consult the show description for additional information.

    COVID-19 POLICY
    For the safety of our community, we ask that our patrons continue to wear face masks indoors. We also ask patrons not to attend if they have been exposed to COVID-19 or are feeling unwell. We will provide face masks for anyone who wants one, and we have reduced our seating capacity in an effort to provide a more comfortable experience for our patrons and our company. For more specific information, visit the "Policies" section on our Tickets and Parking page.

    The University of Utah and the Department of Theatre continue to monitor the current public health situation and may adapt these policies at any time. Visit  https://coronavirus.utah.edu/ for up-to-date info about the University of Utah's response to COVID-19.

    LATE SEATING POLICY
    The Department of Theatre is committed to providing a safe, enjoyable experience for our patrons as well as our theatre artists. As such, late seating will not be permitted at this production. If a performance is delayed for any reason, late patrons may be seated before the performance begins at the discretion of the House Manager. If we are unable to seat you, you may contact the box office for a refund or exchange, depending on availability. If you have additional questions about our late seating policy, please email us at

  • Other Notes:

    Produced by special arrangement with Joey Contreras. (www.joeycontreras.com)
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