Eli Simon directs the world premiere of Clovni Extraterestri (Extraterrestrial Clowns)

Eli Simon, Chancellor's Professor of Drama, returned to the National Theater of Romania in Cluj this fall to direct the world premiere of his original production, Clovni Extraterestri (Extraterrestrial Clowns), the second installment of his War of the Clowns saga. Vincent Olivieri, Associate Professor of Drama, was the composer and sound designer for this funk-infused theatrical extravaganza.  Romanian folk star, Ada Milea, was featured as the narrator and singer.