By Marisela Treviño Orta
Directed by Karina Gutiérrez
March 14–17, 2024
Durham Studio Theater, Dwinelle Hall
Once upon a time, in a fishing village along the Amazon, there lived two sisters struggling to find their "happily ever after." Helena is dreading her sister Belmira's wedding. The groom, Duarte, should have been hers. And she knows that her sister only wants to escape their sleepy Brazilian town for an exciting new life in the city. But three days before the wedding, fishermen pull a mysterious stranger out of the river—a man with no past who offers both sisters an alluring, possibly dangerous future. Brazilian folklore and lyrical storytelling blend into a heartrending tale of true love, regret, transformation, and the struggle to stay true to your family while staying true to yourself.
Event Details:
Estimated Runtime:
1 hour and 30 minutes, no intermission
Showtimes:
- Thursday, March 14 at 8pm
- Friday, March 15 at 8pm*
- Saturday, March 16 at 2pm
- Saturday, March 16 at 8pm
- Sunday, March 17 at 2pm
*Followed by a talkback with members of the creative team.
Parking Closures: Please note that the Dwinelle Lot is permanently closed for construction. The Recreational Sports Facility (RSF) Garage will be closed on March 14–15. For a map of nearby public parking options, visit Parkopedia
Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Buy tickets online at tickets.berkeley.edu up to two hours before each performance. Buy tickets in-person at Durham Studio Theater in Dwinelle Hall beginning one hour before each performance. All tickets are general admission (no assigned seating).
Audience Advisories
Please note that this production will use theatrical fog/haze. If you have questions about content or stage effects, please email tdpsboxoffice@berkeley.edu
Accessibility
To request wheelchair accessible seating, assisted listening devices, large print programs, or other accommodations, please contact us at least 7–10 days in advance: call 510-642-8827 or email tdpsboxoffice@berkeley.edu
No Late Seating
Late seating is not permitted in Durham Studio Theater. Please plan to arrive on campus 20–30 minutes prior to an event to ensure that you are in your seat before showtime. The lobby opens 30 minutes prior to the performance, and the theater opens 20 minutes prior to the performance.
Directions & Parking
Directions to Durham Studio Theater are available on this page. Please note that nearby construction projects may cause delays. For nearby parking options, visit Parkopedia
Masking Guidelines
In line with University Health Services guidelines, we are currently not requiring guests to be masked at TDPS events. However, the CDC still recommends masking in crowded indoor settings, and we support and respect each person's choice to wear a mask if that is their preference.
Critical Acclaim
"An incredibly original and affecting night at the theater… nuanced and well-crafted, and peppered with poetic lyricism." – Houston Press
"A haunting and beautifully constructed theatrical experience... A work of striking originality… Orta has a wonderful ear for dialogue, and paints complex characters that we care about, and has come up with a modern fable set deep in the heart of the Amazon." – The Siskiyou Daily News
“A bittersweet dream of love… It’s a simple tale, well told, that invites the viewer to ponder the mysteries of romance. Are there such things as true love, as soulmates, as fate? And where does human choice fit into the equation?" – AZ Central
The River Bride is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. ConcordTheatricals.com