The Mulford Repertory Theatre has returned to the historic Mulford Barn in East Hampton. This summer they’re presenting “The Mystery of Irma Vep”, the comedic cult-classic by Charles Ludlam. Set in a creepy manor house in England, our authentic 18th Century Mulford Barn is the perfect environment for this fast-paced cult-classic! The show runs for 3 weeks, beginning next Wednesday, August 15th.

Now in their fifth season, Mulford Repertory is highly regarded as a talented and accomplished ensemble of professional actors, gifted with cunning comic timing steeped in well-seasoned acting bravado. Under the inventive artistic direction of Kate Mueth, the Mulford Repertory Theatre promises to once again fill the historic 1721 Mulford Barn with laughter and invites East End residents and summer visitors to a fun-filled evening of madcap comedy while visiting our local treasure, the Mulford Farm Museum, one of New York’s most significant English Colonial Farmsteads.

“The idea of getting an audience to experience both an amazing 18th century structure while rolling in laughter at this camp-style comedy seemed like a great way to introduce a new venue to people not familiar with the Mulford Farm Museum”, said Richard Barons, Executive Director of the East Hampton Historical Society, sponsor of the theater company.

Adding, “The play fits so well into our 18th century barn; the whole aura of an off-the-beaten-path old English manor house comes alive within the 250 year old beams in our Mulford Farm barn”.

The Mulford Farm Museum, an English colonial farmstead situated in the middle of East Hampton’s Main Street historic district creates a magical backdrop for an experience that is in sync with East Hampton Historical Society’s support of Mulford Repertory’s mission: to provide accessible professional theatrical productions in an historic setting.
The Mystery of Irma Vep, written by Charles Ludlam, is a satirical farce on steroids – two agile actors playing eight roles quick-change costumes, characters and genders to plan a night of hi-octane hijinks. Set in a wacky manor house in England, Lord Edgar (Trevor Vaughn) and the new mistress of the manor, Lady Enid (Isaac Klein), experience a variety of strange happenings. Lord Edgar has not yet recovered entirely from the passing of his first wife, Irma Vep. Throw in a meddling maid, a swarthy swineherd and references to (and appearances by) vampires, ghosts, mummies and werewolves, and The Mystery of Irma Vep unravels into a wild, madcap romp!

7:30 p.m. Performances:

Wednesday – Sunday, August 15 – August 19
Wednesday – Sunday, August 22 – August 26
Thursday and Friday, August 30 & 31

Seating is limited to 50 per performance. Advance ticketing is strongly recommended. Advance tickets at TheaterMania (866) 811-4111 or at TheaterMania.com.
Price: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.

**Come early and bring a picnic, libations of choice, blanket and enjoy the beautiful grounds of Mulford Farm before the show. Gates open at 5 p.m.

The East Hampton Historical Society is more than just a group of venerable historic house museums. Their intent is to breathe life into our historic sites, encouraging East Hampton residents and guests to visit the celebrated sites and experience first-hand historic re-enactments, contemporary dance performances, exhibitions, walking tours or theatrical works. Whether on a stage, classroom or an open hearth—the make history entertaining as well as educational!

*Sponsored by the East Hampton Historical Society:
Mulford Farm Museum, 10 James Lane, East Hampton NY

About Mulford Barn:
The Mulford Barn, constructed in 1721, is one of the most intact early eighteenth century English-plan barn forms in New York State and is recognized as an outstanding example of early eighteenth century construction methods and materials. The location of the barn also provides insight into the history of settlement patterns in this region of New York. The Mulford Barn was evaluated by the State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in 1990 and deemed the second most important eighteenth century barn in New York State.