Picture this: Picasso and Einstein walk into a bar �
That is the comedic setup for Theatrikos� March production "Picasso at the Lapin Agile."
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Isaac Mueske, center, reads his lines for his role as Freddy during a rehearsal with Kai Bergland, left, who plays Albert Einstein, and Andrew Dzeguze as Gaston.
Maggie Hansen, courtesy
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Skylar Morrell and Justin Phillips practice a scene in their roles of Suzanne and Pablo Picasso for "Picasso at the Lapin Agile."
Maggie Hansen, courtesy
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Anna Gagné-Landmann plays The Countess in the upcoming Theatrikos production of "Picasso at the Lapin Agile."
Maggie Hansen, courtesy