Oleanna is Pulitzer Prize winner David Mamet's most controversial drama. This gripping production, directed by Tony winner Doug Hughes, had Los Angeles critics raving during its run.  Oleanna has electrifying dialogue, blazing emotion and an ending that will leave you talking for weeks. In this riveting drama, a college professor and his female student become embroiled in a war of words that takes a dangerous turn.  The production stars Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles ('06CC).

After the performance, CAAL Members were invited to join CC alum Julia Stiles and Arts Initiative Director Gregory Mosher for a conversation about the play's explosive content.

Julia Stiles is an American stage and film actress. After beginning her career in small parts in a New York City theatre troupe, she has moved on to leading roles in plays by writers as diverse as William Shakespeare and David Mamet. Her film career has included both commercial and critical successes, ranging from teen romantic comedies such as 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) to dark art house pictures such as The Business of Strangers (2001). She is also well known as playing the supporting character Nicky Parsons in the Bourne film series.