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THE CONTEST
World Premiere #75: an Exquisite Rivalry
Michelangelo vs Leonardo da Vinci 

written by Gary Graves and  featuring Nathaniel Andalis*, Alan Coyne, Christopher Heroold*

Florence in 1504, the height of the Italian Renaissance, the two greatest artists of the era:  Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti–one the recognized master of science and painting, the other a young wizard with stone, having just completed the statue of David to wild acclaim.  Each assigned to paint a magnificent battle scene on one of two opposing walls in the Great Hall of the Republic.  And the people of Florence will decide which is the best:  the aging master or the arrogant upstart?  The winner set to be known as the greatest artist of the day.  But has Michelangelo ever even painted anything before?  And who would arrange such a devious competition?Niccolo Machiavelli, of course.  What was he thinking?

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The Open Doors Achievement. This production has taken tangible, intentional steps to increase access for Bay Area audiences! 

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The Homegrown Achievement. This production is creating jobs and creative opportunities right here in the Bay Area.

What are TBA Highlights? We're honoring incredible productions across the Bay that are driving the future of theatre forward. The Highlights program uplifts specific shows that have met the important benchmarks required to earn one (or more) of our four achievements: Homegrown Achievement, Going Green Achievement, Reflection Achievement, and Open Doors Achievement. When you see one of these badges you can expect to see theatre produced, rehearsed, and performed according to these values.