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Theatrical Journeys: Exploring Humanity Through Art at Berkeley Rep

Berkeley Repertory Theatre is set to captivate audiences with a lineup of plays that traverse the spectrum of human emotions and experiences. From the imaginative exploration of loss in 'The Thing About Jellyfish' to the comedic yet poignant 'Uncle Vanya', the profound historical reflections in 'Here There Are Blueberries', and the surreal contemplation of life in 'The Aves', each performance promises to engage and inspire. These plays, running across the first half of 2025, offer a rich tapestry of storytelling that connects deeply with the audience.

Mar 2, 2025

1. The Thing About Jellyfish

During the last week of summer vacation, 12-year-old Suzy Swanson learns that her best friend Franny has drowned. Desperate to make sense of Franny’s death, Suzy immerses herself in her own imagination, where she can circumnavigate the globe, plunge into the terrifying depths of the ocean, explore the collapsed stars of the most distant galaxies, and perhaps even solve the mysteries of the universe. Adapted from the best-selling novel, The Thing About Jellyfish is a visually stunning and deeply emotional coming-of-age tale about love, loss, friendship, and the profound expansiveness of the human spirit.

Jan 31 - Mar 9, 2025

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2. Uncle Vanya

When the distinguished elderly owner of a rural estate returns with a new, young wife, chaos erupts. Tensions run high, marriages reach their limits, confessions — and vodka — flow freely, and weapons are drawn. Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey, Paddington) plays Uncle Vanya in this heartbreaking comedy about the eternal battle between futility and change.

Feb 14 - Mar 23, 2025

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3. Here There Are Blueberries

In 2007, a mysterious album featuring Nazi-era photographs arrived at the desk of a U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum archivist. As curators unraveled the shocking truth behind the images, the album soon made headlines and ignited a debate that reverberated far beyond the museum walls. Based on real events, Here There Are Blueberries tells the story of these historical photographs — what they reveal about the perpetrators of the Holocaust, and our own humanity.

Apr 5 - May 11, 2025

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4. The Aves

In the summer, an old man and an old woman sit on a park bench, talk about the birds, and bet on the rain…but things aren’t as simple as they may seem. With humor, surrealism, and tenderness, the singular imagination and innovative style of acclaimed playwright Jiehae Park turn the ordinary into the extraordinary as the seasons shift, meditating on themes of human connection, memory, and growing older.

May 2 - Jun 8, 2025

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Conclusion

As Berkeley Repertory Theatre takes audiences on a journey through diverse narratives and compelling performances, each play offers a chance to reflect on the many facets of the human experience. The 2025 lineup not only entertains but also provokes thought and introspection, making it a must-visit destination for theatre enthusiasts. Whether you're drawn to the imaginative adventures in 'The Thing About Jellyfish', the timeless struggles in 'Uncle Vanya', the historical insights of 'Here There Are Blueberries', or the poetic contemplation of 'The Aves', Berkeley Rep provides a stage where stories come alive and resonate with our shared humanity.

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