the aves

BY JIEHAE PARK
DIRECTED BY KNUD ADAMS
WORLD PREMIERE
PEET’S THEATRE

MAY 2–JUN 8, 2025
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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.

Closed captioning
Closed captioning on your smartphone is available for the following performances: evenings May 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14; and every matinee through Jun 5. See all closed captioning performances.

Audio description
Audio description is available for the matinee on Jun 7. Through individual headphones provided by our partner, Gravity Access Services, you’ll hear detailed narration of the onstage visual elements of the show. Advance reservation required.

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Events and extras

Theatre Explorers
Families are invited to bring their children (grades K–5) to the matinee on May 24, when Berkeley Rep’s School of Theatre will offer age-appropriate educational workshops concurrent with the performance so parents can enjoy grownup time at the theatre. This add-on is $35 per child. Advance registration required.

Postshow discussions
Join us after the show on May 16, May 22, or May 27 for a postshow discussion, expertly guided by members of Berkeley Rep’s artistic team.

Docent-led postshow discussions
Join your fellow audience members after all matinees for a thought-provoking postshow discussion led by our knowledgeable docents.

Health and safety

Masks will be required in our theatres on Sunday and Tuesday performances for the first three weeks of a show’s run. Masks are encouraged but optional on all Wednesday through Saturday performances, as well as Sundays and Tuesdays after the first three weeks of performances. Visit our health and safety page for full details.