The Black Rider
the casting of the magic bullets by Tom Waits, Robert Wilson & William S. Burroughsdirected by Ron Jenkins
Toronto Premiere
A November Theatre Production
A young man makes a deal with the devil to woo a beautiful young woman, but as always the bargain proves too costly.
This gothic musical is the brainchild of three ground-breaking and internationally renowned artists. Tarragon presents the Toronto premiere of November Theatre’s award-winning and acclaimed production.
dark, delicious and utterly seductive. CBC
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- The Black Rider Play Guide A synopsis and introduction to the play
- NOW Magazine Preview Jon Kaplan interviews director Ron Jenkins
- Eye Weekly Preview “Ride-Away Hit”
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Creative Team
- Written by Tom Waits, Robert Wilson & William S. Burroughs
- Directed by Ron Jenkins
The Cast (in order of appearance)
- Wilhelm's Old UncleMackenzie Gray
- Peg LegMichael Scholar, Jr.
- Bertram, the Forester Ashley Wright
- Kuno, the Old Forester (a living painting)Michael Scholar, Jr.
- Anne, Bertram's Wife Colleen Winton
- Kathchen, Bertram and Anne's daughter Rachael Johnston
- Wilhelm, a City Clerk Kevin Corey
- Robert, a Hunting Boy Mackenzie Gray
- The Duke Mackenzie Gray
- Man on Stag Ashley Wright
- Angel of Foof Rachael Johnston
- Messenger Corinne Kessel
- Georg SchmidMackenzie Gray
The Devil’s Rubato Band
- PianoBryce Kulak
- Trombone / Clarinet / Accordion / Percussion Corinne Kessel
- Chapman Stick / Bass / Percussion Duane Elias
Production Team
- Musical Director / Orchestral ArrangerCorinne Kessel
- Choreographer / Assistant Director Marie Nychka
- Set / Costume / Properties Designer Marissa Kochanski
- Lighting Designer Michael Kruse
- Stage Manager Joanne P.B. Smith