Hear the play, see the art, talk about it.
Hear new or rarely produced plays that relate to special exhibitions at the Currier Museum of Art or objects or artists in the museum’s permanent collection. After each of the readings, stay for a conversation led by local experts in the fields of fine art, dramatic literature, or societal conditions. Following each reading and discussion, visit the galleries to view related artwork.
The Rembrandt by Jessica Dickey
A play about the permanence of art and the impermanence of life.
In this comedic drama, playwright Jessica Dickey paints shimmering portraits of Rembrandt, Homer, and those who protect the art we cherish.
The play opens in a modern-day art museum where three individuals yearn to experience first-hand the wonder and glory of Rembrandt’s work. When a museum guard decides to touch a famous painting, a remarkable journey across the ages ensues. Spanning centuries of human experience, Jessica Dickey’s play movingly explores the power of creative expression and the sacrifices we make in the pursuit of love and beauty. The Rembrandt reminds us that though our beliefs may die with the sound of our voice, it is the love we share—and the art that love inspires—that finds eternity.
Run time 1 hr 30 minutes
Currier Members: $10
Adult (general public): $30
Senior (65+): $25
Student and Youth (13–17): $25
Children under 13 are always free
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