The New Hazlett Theater invites audiences to the premiere of Agnus Teaches Acting , a satirical musical premiering February 5-6. The production stars acclaimed Pittsburgh artist Treasure Treasure as the infamous Agnus Stephenson—a woman whose acting prowess is matched only by her relentless desire to explain it to you. Written by Zanny Laird, Lucas Fedele, and Treasure Treasure, Agnus Teaches Acting is a mockumentary-style musical mashup that blends the bright lights of NYC with the hilariously overconfident coaching of Agnus Stephenson. In a technique class that functions less like actual training and more like getting trapped in a one-person show the teacher forgot wasn’t happening on Broadway, the legendary Agnus Stephenson descends upon Studio C to mold three semi-capable students into international stars. Through a chaotic cocktail of original songs, outrageous exercises, and unpredictable tirades, Agnus displays a pure intention to help, yet s...
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