Mauritius a dark comedy about stamp collecting comes to Saddleback College.

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA  - During March, 2016, the  Department of Theatre Arts at Saddleback presents Mauritius, a play by Theresa Rebeck, directed by Trevor Biship, 

Stamp collecting is far more risky than you think. After their mother’s death, two estranged half-sisters discover a book of rare stamps that may include the crown jewel for collectors, the “Blue Mauritius.” In this gripping tale, many of the characters try to out con one another in the attempt to reap possible rewards.

Mauritius takes place in the Studio Theatre at Saddleback College on  March 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 at 7:30 p.m. and March 6, 13 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling (949) 582-4656 (noon-4:00 p.m., Tuesday-Friday) and online at www.saddleback.edu/arts.  Prices are $15 general; $12 seniors; $10 students.

The Department of Theatre Arts program at Saddleback College produces several fully-staged shows each year.  All students are given the opportunity to audition for every production yet Theatre Arts students are given priority in the casting process.  In addition there are numerous opportunities for students to contribute in backstage activities through the Entertainment and Theater Technology program.

Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Pkwy in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit.  Free parking is available in Lot 12.  Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the third left to Theatre Circle, turning right into Lot 12.

Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community.  Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals.  For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, please visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.