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Jan. 16, 2004


CONTACT: Mary Avrakotos, 312-4581, artswego@oswego.edu


TROUPE'S RESIDENCY TO FEATURE BEHIND-THE-SCENES LESSONS

    OSWEGO -- Education as well as entertainment will mark the SUNY Oswego residency for Les Deux Mondes, who will perform "Living Memory (Memoire Vive)" in Waterman Theatre. A French version of the dreamlike production will be staged at 10:20 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6, with an English version at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.

    "This is an incredibly high-tech production, so this residency by Les Deux Mondes offers a wonderful opportunity for students to see some state-of-the-art equipment and learn about cutting-edge techniques," said Mary Avrakotos, coordinator of the Artswego Performing Arts Series. "The Artswego program strives to provide these types of learning experiences as well as outstanding performances by acts you normally can't see in Central New York."

    Members of the troupe will share insights on the creative process at an "Introduction to Theatre" class at 12:40 p.m. in Room 104 of Lanigan Hall. "To have professionals from the field, especially those presenting such ground-breaking work, visit the classroom could provide inspiration for those interested in the creative field," Avrakotos said.

    The troupe will share professional insights and tips during a master class at 3:55 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, in Waterman Theatre. To make reservations to attend this special program, contact Avrakotos at 312-4581 or e-mail artswego@oswego.edu.

    The Oswego performances are made possible with support from the Office of International Education and Programs at SUNY Oswego and the Canadian Consulate General, Buffalo/Consulat General du Canada,  Buffalo. Media support is provided by WCNY Classic FM and Clear Channel
Radio through its affiliate station, 570-WSYR.

    Tickets for the full-length performances cost $15, or $12 for seniors and students, $7 for SUNY Oswego students. For information or reservations, call 312-2141, visit www.oswego.edu/arts or e-mail tylerbxo@oswego.edu.   

    The production also ties into the first-ever Laker Days festival running from Feb. 6 to 8 at SUNY Oswego. Featuring live entertainment, home intercollegiate athletic events, intramural athletic contests, a bonfire/pep rally and more, Laker Days is funded by an NCAA Choices grant to promote institutional pride through strengthening active participation of the student body in intercollegiate athletic contests and other alcohol-free campus-sponsored events. More information on this festival is available at www.oswego.edu/lakerdays.

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Production image for 'Living Memory'

MEMORY PIECE -- The production "Living Memory (Memoire Vive)" by Les Deux Mondes chronicles the dreamlike journey of a woman (Catherine Archambault) through her own memories. The troupe's extended residency at SUNY Oswego coincides with two performances in the college's Waterman Theatre: a French version at 10:20 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6, and an English production at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Members of the troupe will address an introductory theatre class and host a master class offering a behind-the-scenes look at the state-of-the-art show. For information or reservations, call 312-2141, visit www.oswego.edu/arts or e-mail tylerbxo@oswego.edu.


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