The Rutgers–Camden Department of Fine Arts‘ Theater Program will stage “12 Angry Jurors,” based on the Emmy-winning television movie by Reginald Rose, beginning Wednesday, February 22nd and ending Sunday, February 26th. Directed by Paul Bernstein, Associate Professor of Theater, “12 Angry Jurors” follows the deliberation of a jury who must decide if a young man of ethnic descent is guilty of murder.
The production will take place in the Walter K. Gordon Theater. Show times Wednesday – Saturday are 7:30 p.m.; there is a general matinee at 2 p.m. on Sunday, and a high school matinee at 10 a.m. on Friday. After the show on Thursday, February 23rd, J.C. Lore, Clinical Associate Professor of Law, will lead a discussion regarding the implications of the story and its relevance in today’s world.
Rutgers–Camden students may attend for free, with valid ID. All other student tickets are $7.00; Rutgers–Camden faculty, staff, alumni, and senior citizens’ tickets are $10.00; and general admission is $12.00. Tickets can be purchased at the Impact Booth or by phone at (856) 225-6211. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door of the theater two hours prior to the performance.