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    Kres Mersky - The Life and Times of A. Einstein

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    Smith Center - Ohlone College

    April 4, 2008

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    "A richly funny, warm and thought-provoking theatre experience." Antelope Valley Press

    A one-woman show of extraordinary wit, insight, and power. A hilarious and touching portrait of this Einstein loyalist, and a humanizing look into the great thinker's life. A talented actress and writer, Mersky has conducted meticulous research to create a subtle, witty and extremely accurate depiction of Einstein, the man, as seen through the eyes of Einstein's devoted secretary Ellen.

    In 1934, Albert Einstein, having fled Nazi Germany with his family and secretary, Ellen, is living in Princeton, New Jersey. Reporters have gathered in his living room to interview him on his birthday, but he is late, leaving his secretary to stall the reporters, field their questions, and keep the chaotic household running smoothly. In this touching and hilarious portrait of Einstein's loyal assistant, Ms. Mersky offers us a humanizing look into the great thinker's life as seen through the people around him.

    Kres Mersky is a versatile actress and playwright whose works have been produced in New York and Los Angeles. A veteran of the stage, she has also appeared in numerous films and television shows. She was nominated by the Mark Taper Forum for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize in playwriting.

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      Tickets: $10-$20

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    • Dates & Times

      Dates:
      April 4, 2008

      Times:
      8pm

    • Venue Info

      Smith Center - Ohlone College

      43600 Mission Boulevard Fremont, CA 94539-0390

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    • Parking Info

      The most convenient parking is in lots C, D, and E. It's possible to drop your party off closer to the theatre at Key B, and then return after parking in another lot. You cannot park your car in Key B. Disabled parking is located in lot U above the Smith Center. Parking permits are required all day Monday through Friday, and on Saturday until 5 pm. Permits are $1.50 each and available from vending machines in the parking lots. Season subscribers can buy advance passes from the box office.

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