Bertolt Brecht’s timeless story of war and peace, “Mother Courage and Her Children,” will be presented by the Department of Theatre and Film Thursday-Sunday (April 15-18). Evening performances Thursday through Saturday will begin at 8 p.m.; weekend matinees will begin at 2 p.m., in the Eva Marie Saint Theatre, located in University Hall.

In his gripping commentary, Brecht, a German poet, playwright and theatrical reformer, follows Mother Courage and her children through the landscape of war. A traveling vendor, Mother Courage sees war from all angles, profiting from and sacrificing all to the struggle. In the end, we learn that conflict is perpetual and eternal.

Single tickets are $12 for students and adults under age 65, $6 for children under 12, and $5 for senior citizens 65 and older. Group rates are available. Due to mature content, this production may not be suitable for all audiences. Contact the theatre box office at 2-2719 for more information or to purchase tickets.