By Glen Berger
Directed by Kathryn MacMillan
November 5 - December 6, 2015

A mystery begins with the return of an overdue book to the Hoofddorp Public Library – 113 years too late! A librarian's quest to solve the mystery takes him across the globe and brings him face to face with a solitary figure from Jewish antiquity, a man whose life is a triumphant example of human resilience and fortitude. In this new production of the Lantern's 2003 gem, Peter DeLaurier recreates his Barrymore Award-winning role of The Librarian, which The Philadelphia Inquirer called a "masterly performance."

Peter DeLaurier as The Librarian

Meghan Jones, Production Manager  •  Seth Thomas Schmitt-Hall, Scenic Designer  •  Jillian Keys, Costume Designer  •  Peter Escalada-Mastick, Lighting Designer  •  Zack McKenna, Sound & Projection Designer  •  Dale Roth Nadel, Props Master  •  Rebecca Smith, Stage Manager  •  Lauren Tuvell, Assistant Director

"Actor Peter DeLaurier has talent and charm by the cart-load. Playing a slightly daft Dutch librarian on a mission, he doesn't miss a trick. DeLaurier has done this role before – in fact, in 2003 he won a Barrymore for it. I didn't see him then – but I can tell you that here, he brings to it the vibrant energy of a young man, coupled with the seasoned, expert timing of an old pro. It's an irresistible combination. At times, DeLaurier's performance – including a delightful if inconsistent accent – reminded me of (dare I invoke his name?) Laurence Olivier in one of his scene-stealing, late-career star turns." –Philadelphia Magazine

Underneath the Lintel is "impressively presented by Peter DeLaurier in this entrancing solo show at Lantern Theater." –The Philadelphia Inquirer

"A tour de force!" –DC Metro Theatre Arts

"An astounding performance... DeLaurier is masterful." –Beyond My Backyard