The Mandrake Root (La Mandragola)

February 27, 28, & March 3 at 7pm

February 29 & March 1 at 1pm

March 2 & 3pm

The Mandrake Root is a satirical play by the author of The Prince, Niccolò Machiavelli. Although the five-act comedy was published in 1524 and first performed in the carnival season of 1526, Machiavelli likely wrote The Mandrake Root in 1518 to be performed at the wedding of Duke Lorenzo de’ Medici and Maddalena de la Tour d’Auvregne. KIT is reviving this seldom-produced play still so timing today. The production features only 6 actors, a handful of props and a few costumes, and Machiavelli’s masterpiece translated into English, while retaining some elements of the original Italian version.

Written by Nicolo' Machiavelli
Translation by KIT
Director: Laura Caparrotti

*Please Note this production is for audiences 18+
*Please note that this performance will be presented at the Tank's in-person performance space at 312 W 36th St. All attendees and artists will be required to have a covid vaccination before being admitted to the space. Patrons will also be required to wear masks, when not eating or drinking.