The War of the Worlds
written by Howard Koch
directed by Mark Cole
October 13- 18, 2009
Waterman Theatre, Tyler Hall
In this imaginative and compelling version of the novel by H. G. Wells a radio show is interrupted by announcements of explosions on the planet Mars. Soon an account of a full-fledged alien invasion is underway, told in horrifying detail as performers and audience experience the panic, mystery and terror of this legendary Halloween prank. Is there an intellect out there that watches us and plans an attack? Orson Welles and writer Howard Koch pondered the question in 1938 and came up with a resounding yes!
Suggested for ages 14 and older.
Cast List (09-04-09)
Final Dress Rehearsal Photos
Program (pdf)
Press Release #1
Press Release #2
Blood Relations
written by Sharon Pollock
directed by Keegan Bushey
November 17 – 22, 2009
Lab Theatre, Tyler Hall
On August 4, 1892 Lizzie Borden’s father and stepmother were brutally murdered. Lizzie, the most likely suspect was acquitted of the crime. Ten years after the trial, an actress with whom she has become intimate dares to ask “Did you, Lizzie?” Lizzie relives the events surrounding that oppressive August day and guides the actress through her memory - a memory that raises disturbing questions about innocence and guilt. Suggested for ages 16 and older.
Songs For A New World
Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown
Stage Direction by Jonel Langenfeld-Rial
Music Direction by Todd Graber
February 25, 26, 27 and March 5, 6, 7, 2010
Waterman Theatre, Tyler Hall
“It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back,” says the composer/lyricist of this pop/rock musical revue. Characters seek the American dream through laughter, love, companionship, adventure and passion. Hard choices and startling discoveries drive the songs and stories of this Off-Broadway hit.
Suggested for ages 15 and older.
She Stoops To Conquer
or, The Mistakes of a Night
Written by Oliver Goldsmith
April 22, 23, 24 and May 1, 2, 2010
Waterman Theatre, Tyler Hall
The mischievous Tony Lumpkin convinces Mr. Marlow that the home of Marlow’s fiancé, Kate Hardcastle, is an inn. Thus begins the mistakes of a night. Marlow is bashful with the refined Kate. When Kate stoops to the disguise of a barmaid to observe Marlow’s true colors, she finds him audacious and bold. The comic complications gather steam as Marlow aggressively pursues his seduction of the barmaid and makes a fool of himself in the process.
Suggested for ages 16 and over.
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