In a controversial move, the Stapleton MCA has agreed to allow Aurora Fox to perform the cult classic, A Clockwork Orange for one of the summer theatre showings. “For all of the violence in the book and subsequent Kubric film, it does have some important social commentary,” says MCA President Liza Kampstra. “It asks some important questions in regards to rehabilitating violent criminals.”
Some residents are concerned that the violence and overall content is way too strong and complex for the young viewers that attend the Theatre on the Green. “I am not arguing that A Clockwork Orange has its place in the annals of film history,” says concerned resident Lisa Stone. “It is just way too violent for the age of the children that will be attending these events. Typically, we would expect material that is much more light-hearted.”
Auroa Fox Theatre spokesperson Steve Farrell disagrees. “When is it too early to start challenging the thoughts of our youth,” asks Farrell. “Many of us saw violent movies as kids and we turned out fine. Maybe we didn’t get fancy college degrees, or decent paying jobs, but overall, we remained unaffected.”
A Clockwork Orange is expected to show on June 9th on the Green. Theatre-goers should expect extreme violence and complicated subject matter, and should leave children under the age of five at home. Enjoy the show. ]]>