YSU University Theatre presents 'The Playboy of the Western World'
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts, home of University Theatre, continues its 2024-25 theatre season with an exciting production of J. M. Synge’s classic masterpiece, "The Playboy of the Western World".
Directed by senior lecturer Todd Dicken and set against the rugged backdrop of rural Ireland, this timeless tale follows the charming yet controversial Christy Mahon as he captivates a small village with his tall tales of heroism, leading to uproarious laughter, scandal and ultimately a poignant exploration of identity and acceptance.