One-Man Show Promises Intimate Look at Literary Legend

Professional actor Richard Clark brings the genius of literary giant Ernest Hemingway to life in "Ernest Hemingway Alive!: Life, Language, and the Pursuit of Happiness," a one-man dramatic tour de force to be presented twice at the Camden Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

The first performance, offered as part of Quarry Hill Retirement Community's Adventures in Living Well series and cosponsored by the library, is reserved for adults age 55 and better and will run from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; refreshments will be served. The second showing, open to all ages, will begin at 6:30 p.m. and conclude at 8 p.m. Admission to both performances is free.

Clark's portrayal reveals Hemingway's depth and passion as he reflects on the tumultuous middle years of the 20th century through the writer's eyes. The author of such classics as "The Old Man and the Sea," "The Sun Also Rises" and "A Farewell to Arms," Hemingway was understated on paper, yet in life was anything but—a dashing figure whose exploits in battle, bullfighting, and booze shocked society and challenged ivory-tower notions of the writing life.

Richard Clark has been acting professionally in theater and on television for more than 30 years. He is noted for his re-creations of historical figures ranging from William Shakespeare to Andrew Carnegie.

Following "Hemingway," Quarry Hill's Adventures in Living Well fall  series will continue with "Outsmarting Arthritis," on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Penobscot Bay YMCA (cosponsored by the Y); and "Mandala," presented by Clarity, the artist/writer team of Su.Sane and Robert Hake, on Friday, Dec 12, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Camden Public Library.

Those wishing to attend the 2 p.m. showing of "Ernest Hemingway Alive!" or any other event in the fall Adventures in Living Well series are asked to register by calling Quarry Hill at 230-6114. There is no need to register for the 6:30 p.m. performance.