FORT PIERCE \u2014 A brilliant mathematician\u2019s death leaves behind a mysterious proof \u2014 and questions about genius, mental illness and who deserves the credit.<\/p>\n
The Pineapple Playhouse will open its 2026-27 season Aug. 28 with \u201cProof,\u201d David Auburn\u2019s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama.<\/p>\n
The play follows Catherine, a young woman who spent years caring for her brilliant but mentally ill father. After his death, a groundbreaking mathematical proof is discovered, raising questions about its authorship and Catherine\u2019s sanity.<\/p>\n
The psychological mind-twisting production will run through Sept. 13 at the 117-seat community theater, 700 W. Weatherbee Road in Fort Pierce. The schedule includes 10 performances, with 2 p.m. matinees and 7 p.m. evening shows.<\/p>\n
Michael Pisacane will direct the production, marking his fifth time directing at the theater.<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2018Proof\u2019 won both a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize in 2005, and was recently revived on Broadway with an all-star cast, including Don Cheadle,\u201d Pisacane said.<\/p>\n
Jessica Lesko, a veteran actor and director, will lead the cast as Catherine. The cast also includes Martin Fitzpatrick, Caroline Remillard and Ray Balsamo.<\/p>\n
The Pineapple Playhouse presents six mainstage productions each season, along with a holiday show. The nonprofit community theater has operated for more than 50 years.<\/p>\n
Its mission is to provide a gathering place for the community and serve as a creative center \u201cwhere stories are brought to life.\u201d<\/p>\n