Country Gate Players presents David Rintels one person play, Clarence Darrow, May 14, at 8pm
and May 15, at 2 pm. at the Country Gate Playhouse, 114 Greenwich Street, Belvidere, New
Jersey.
All seats are reserved and available at countrygate.org
The play, based on Irving Stones Clarence Darrow for the Defense, is a living portrait of one of
the most intriguing and controversial lawyers of 19th- and 20th-century America. A man of ideas
and ideals, Darrow is presented as a persuasive and passionate speaker, who defends the
seemingly indefensible and champions the underdog with eloquence and humor.
A small-townLosAngeles as he becomes one of the most sought-after attorneys of the era.
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His landmark cases includethe Scopes œMonkey Trial, the Leopold and Loeb Thrill Murders, the
McNamaraBrothers L.A. Times bombing, and the civil rights murder trial of Dr. Ossian Sweet.
The playalso addresses Darrows victories related to the American Labor Movement and the
establishment of the 8-hour workday.
Country Gate founder, Bill Scurato, of Harmony Township, portrays Darrow, as the lawyer
reflects on his life with salty humor, courtroom gusto, and human relish. According to Scurato,
œthe play, showcasing this champion of dissenters, provides a cautionary relevance to current
times.
Tickets are $24 ($22. for seniors) Further information may be obtained by visiting the theatres
website, countrygate.org