FIU Theatre presents ‘Blithe Spirit’


FIU Theatre students Fernando Lamberty as Charles and Maribel Martinez as Ruth

FIU Theatre students Maribel Martinez as Ruth and Fernando Lamberty as Charles in "Blithe Spirit."

An FIU Theatre production of British playwright Noel Coward’s ghostly comedy Blithe Spirit, directed by professor Michael Yawney, will be presented at the Wertheim Performing Arts Center Main Stage at Modesto A. Maidique Campus Nov. 5-15.

Blithe Spirit tells the story of novelist Charles Condomine as he accidentally summons the ghost of Elvira, his deceased first wife, during a séance. Now back from the dead, Elvira’s mischievous spirit tries to reclaim her husband, causing a hilarious struggle for Charles’ affections between his current wife and the spirit of his deceased first wife.

Thursday-Saturday performances are scheduled for 8 p.m., Sunday shows are set for 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for students, alumni and seniors.

For more information, call 305-348-0496 or click here.

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