The Government Inspector

by Nikolai Gogol adapted by Jerry Hatcher

The Story:

When the locals in a small Russian hamlet learn that an undercover government inspector is coming for a surprise visit, an unfortunate case of mistaken identity sends the whole village spiraling into a world of panic and greed. Witty, smart and wildly satirical, this timely and spirited adaptation of Nikolai Gogol's classic play exposes the corruption of a provincial town with biting hilarity.

…a comedy of galumphing, harrumphing hilarity. One part farce, one part slapstick, with a dash of musical theater, this naughty, frothy play is wholly entertaining…[A] clever, fearless script…[The] characters feel contemporary in a show where official ignorance and incompetence are compounded by corruption and
hubris." —Minneapolis Star-Tribune.

Performances:

March 29, 30, 31 at 7pm  and a matinee at 2pm on March 31
North Campus Theater
Adults $9
Students $7