The Master Builder at the Irish Repertory Theater

The Irish Repertory Theatre will open its 2008-2009 season with the world premiere of playwright Frank McGuinness' adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's The Master Builder. McGuinness' adaptation was commissioned by the Irish Rep and will be directed by Ciaran O'Reilly.

The The Master Builder will open at the Irish Repertory Theatre on 19 Oct 2008, foll.owing previews from 10 Oct and run through to 30 Nov 2008.

Past adaptations of Ibsen's work by McGuinness have been received woth much acclaim, including a Tony Award for best revival in 1997 for 'A Doll's House.'

The Master Builder: Halvard Solness, a successful architect and builder in a small Norwegian town has mercilessly dominated his employees and his wife, Aline. Hilde Wangel, a vivacious young woman arrives unannounced. Hilde has idolized Solness for ten years, since in the early stages of his career, he built a large church in her hometown and heroically climbed to the top of the tower to celebrate its dedication. The architect's presence had a profound effect on the young girl of twelve when he promised to return and, 'build her a kingdom.'� Today, the ten years are up and Hilde has come to reap what he has sown.

Performance schedule, cast, and additional information/credits will follow in the coming weeks.