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Meaningless

The most controversial book of the Bible is now a live show! See why Ecclesiastes has fascinated everyone from Shakespeare to Samuel Beckett in this funny and poignant stage adaptation. After struggling to find meaning in the world, The Teacher reveals his hard-learned and unexpected answers to life’s big questions. From concubines to snake charming, he’s here to explain the meaningless existence of everything under the sun. Religious or not, you’ll be intrigued by this mystifying 2222ish-year-old text.

General/All Ages
50
Theatre, Solo Performance
River North Media
3410 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205

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Rodney Brazil - The Teacher

Claire Powers - The Editor

Emily Etherton - Director
Todd Clark - Graphics & Poster Design
Holly McNatt - Scenic Design
Keith Ferguson - Costume Design

Performed by special arrangement with Tyndale:
Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.


My experience watching Meaningless was anything but. I was immediately taken by the charming teacher with his wise tales and kept me wanting more antics and knowledge all the way to the end. The message left a lingering realization about how being Meaningless is not an existential crisis, but rather the thing that sets us free. Don't miss an opportunity to enjoy this delightful show.
Abby Redmon 06/08/2022, 18:53
I got to experience this show at ATL fringe and would highly recommend! Rodney’s performance of the text of Ecclesiastes feels accessible and simultaneously thought provoking!
Ashley 06/08/2022, 13:42
Definitely recommend! Whatever reaction you have to seeing the words “book of the Bible” this show is worth seeing. Bold in concept, thought provoking, and beautifully delivered - its exactly what a fringe show should be!
Brianna 06/08/2022, 05:33
‘Meaningless’ is a masterclass in what it means to be human. The words of one of the more controversial books of the Bible are brought to life by Rodney Brazil in a way that is distinctly universal - daring to ask some of life’s toughest questions in search for truth and meaning. The actor/writer/director triple-threat Brazil is a heart-felt, genuine storyteller, and I would recommend seeing this show more than once, so one may experience the depth of his work. Bravo!
Kristin Küns 06/07/2022, 21:41
Saw this in a preview before it hit the fringe circuit. Beckett would certainly be proud. This secular look at a religious text highlights how clearly it fits into the traditional tenets of The Theatre of the Absurd. You'll find laughs, hope, nihilism, and even a little prop-comedy in this existential look at life 2 millenia ago and today.
Kaleb 06/07/2022, 18:00
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River North Media

3410 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205

Entrance: Please enter through the back doors from the alley off of 34th between Blake and Walnut streets.

Parking: There is some parking in the lot at 35th and Walnut, street parking, and the parking garage across the pedestrian walkway at Zeppelin Station 

Accessibility: The entrance from the alley is wheelchair accessible, 

Admission: You must show your ticket confirmation or purchase a ticket at the venue; all seating is general admission, audiences will wait in a queue before entry to the show