The "Art" of friendship

Nicole Bock

Ari Hoptman, who plays Yvan in the play "Art," expresses the stress caused from an argument with his friend Serge, played by SCSU professor Bruce Hyde. The argument stemmed from a disagreement on a painting Serge purchased.

Nicole Bock

Serge, played by Bruce Hyde, consoles Yvan, played by Ari Hoptman, after he was punched.

Nicole Bock

Ari Hoptman portrays his character, Yvan, during a performance of the play "Art." Hoptman has performed many times at the Pioneer Place on Fifth and teaches at the University of Minnesota.

Nicole Bock

Bruce Hyde as Serge in the production of "Art." Hyde has appeared in many productions at Pioneer Place on Fifth and has worked on Broadway productions.Bruce Hyde as Serge in the production of "Art." Hyde has appeared in many productions at Pioneer Place on Fifth and has worked on Broadway productions.

Nicole Bock

Marc, played by Bob Malos, and Yvan, played by Ari Hoptman, argue about the work of art their friend Serge purchased. The play "Art" has been performed in more than 30 languages.

Nicole Bock

Yvan, played by Ari Hoptman, confesses his deepest thoughts to the audience during a performance of "Art" at Pioneer Place on Fifth Friday night. "Art" was written by French playwright Yasmina Reza.