Aposiopesis: An abrupt halt in the middle of …as if one is unable or hesitant to…
One of the most innovative theatres in Seattle, Parley Productions, has taken the confines of the word Aposiopesis as an “invitation to open new doors in heir imaginations–not only to see what emerges, but to devise a way to share it with an audience in these uncertain times.” Apparently all faces will be obscured, no words will be uttered as Parley tours the second floor of the University Heights Center. N.B. Aposiopesis, originally from the Greek word of the same name, is a rhetorical term that means “becoming silent.” It is a rhetorical device that can be defined as a figure of speech in which the speaker or writer breaks off abruptly, and leaves the statement incomplete.
Since Parley’s shows are always intriguing, not only for their content but also for the structure, this sounds like it could be an incredibly stimulating evening.
Aposiopesis. Katherine Jett, Hannah Merrill, Liz Baker, Brian Dang, Drew David Combs. Parley Productions. University Heights Center, 5031 University Way N.E. Seattle 98105. ( U-District, corner of Univ. Way and 50th St.) off Street parking. Oct 22, Fri 8pm. Sat. Oct 23 6pm & 8pm. Pay-what-you-can. Reservations required as audience is limited due to COVID. Reservations: https://www.uheightscenter.org/events/parley-presents-aposiopesis-a-fully-masked-theatrical-experience-2021-10-22-20-00
COVID-19 Safety Precautions.
All performers and audience members will be masked. Proof of Covid vaccination necessary for entrance.