Dog Sees God
Written by Bert V. Royal
Presented on Sept. 23-26, 29-30, Oct. 1-2, Barnelle Theatre
A humorous and tragic look at the lives of a group of teenagers who are dealing with questions about death, identity, and sexuality.
The Crucible
Written by Arthur Miller
Directed by Neno Pervan
Presented on Oct. 28-31, Nov. 3-6, Strub Theatre
The Crucible, without question, rates as one of the best works in the history of American dramatic literature. Arthur Miller wrote it in 1953 as an attempt to shed light on of the darkest episodes from the American past, and to compare it to the modern era witch hunt conducted by Senator Joseph McCarthy. To work on this extraordinary play today is as exciting as ever. Every new generation of young actors should be given an opportunity to explore, learn about and understand the reasons and psychology behind the terrible events in Salem from more than 300 years ago. This play is a part of our collective memory and ongoing warning about how thin, dangerous and even deadly the line can be between true faith and manipulation of the same.
Playwright's Center Stage
Event #1 - Technicolor Life
Written by Jami Brandli
Presented on Nov. 7 (2pm), Barnelle Theatre
Story of a twenty-two year old Iraq war vet and her transition back to life at home.
(Post play panel and discussion with the writer and company following the performance)
Event #2 - Why Wyoming
Written by Kelly Younger
Presented on Nov. 21 (2pm), Barnelle Theatre
Six people. Three stories. One cabin. It's love, loss, and laughter in the least populated state.
(Post play panel and discussion with the writer and company following the performance)
Stages of AIDS 2010
Presented on Dec. 4-5 (8pm), Barnelle Theatre
In support of Worlds AIDS Day.
The Club
Written by Eve Merriam
Directed by Mariclare Costello
Presented on Feb. 3-6, 8-12, Barnelle Theatre
The Club takes place in an exclusive men's club in 1903, a time when male chauvinist behavior and banter were in full flower. The characters consist of three popular members of the men's club, a servant and a page, who happens to be the source of all kinds of information, and a pianist. These gentlemen are concerned with what they love and hate about the women in their lives, all expressed through the songs of their day. The Club is a satirical feminist's commentary that addresses gender roles and stereotypes – because, dressed in formal male attire most of the seven roles are played by women.
Catch 22
Written by Joseph Heller
Directed by Jim Holmes
Presented on Mar. 10-13, 16-19, Strub Theatre
Set in Italy towards the end of WWII, Captain John Yossarian attempts to avoid bombing missions that could take his life but runs into “Catch 22” – wanting to live constitutes sanity in the madness of war. This serio-comic look at existence caught in the web of circumstances is based on the novel Catch 22 and written by Heller himself. Considered by some as one of the great novels of the 20th century, it gave rise to the Mike Nichol’s film of the same name and was an inspiration for the film and TV show MASH. Catch 22 is an entertaining and meaningful look at war, particularly when our country is engaged in Afghanistan and Iraq.
New Works Festival
Presented on Apr. 26-29 (8pm), Barnelle Theatre
A series of Student Original New Plays and Performances.