Master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art; a series of murals for New York’s famed Four Seasons Restaurant. In the two fascinating years that follow, Rothko works feverishly with his young assistant, Ken, in his studio on the Bowery. But when Ken gains the confidence to challenge him, Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. Set in the 1950s, and based on a series of real events, “Red” takes a compelling look at the ever-changing relationship between an artist and his creations.
Vintage Theatre presents “Red” November 24 through January 7. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays and Monday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2:30 p.m. (no performance on Saturday, December 2) at the Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora 80010. No Performance on Sunday, April 16. Tickets are $25 - $30 and available online at www.vintagetheatre.org or by calling 303-856-7830.
