ArtsWest presents the Seattle Premiere of “Measure for Pleasure,” by David Grimm, opening Oct. 21 through Nov. 14.

Lady Vanity loves Sir Lustforth, who loves Hermione Goode, who loves Captain Dick Dashwood, who loves, well, just about everyone (male and female) before the intermission.

Meanwhile, Will Blunt is in love with Molly, a young transvestite prostitute. But Blunt doesn't count on his boyfriend falling in love with Dashwood as well.

“The script gives us a collision of Restoration comedy with modern sensibilities: rhyming couplets that include swearing, a leading romantic homosexual couple,” said ArtsWest Theater Director Christopher Zinovitch. “By turning the conventions of both periods on their ears we get a surprisingly honest exploration of the connection between self love and romantic love.”

Directed by Zinovitch, ArtsWest’s production of “Measure for Pleasure” features Zach Adair, Jared Michael Brown, Beth A. Cooper, Paul Custodio, Alex Garnett, Heather Hawkins and Colleen Robertson, with Ryan Floresca, James Frasca and EmilyRose Shotwell-Frasca.

This show is recommended for ages 17 and older – adult situations, sexual situations, adult language.

“Measure for Pleasure” is made possible in part by ArtsFund and Season Sponsor Personal Safety Nets.

Details:

Oct. 21 – Nov. 14
Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.
Sundays, Oct. 25, Nov 1, 8, at 3 p.m.
Preview Tuesday, Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m.
Live Theater Week Open Rehearsal: Oct.15

Cost is $32 ($10 is under 25).

ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery is located at 4711 California Ave. S.W. Visit www.artswest.org or call the box office at (206) 938-0339.