"Honk" The Musical: Our Season Finale!

We have all heard the term "ugly duckling" before. Perhaps you went through an "ugly duckling" stage when  you were in middle school; you wore glasses and had frizzy hair and your face looked like a pepperoni pizza... or maybe that was just me? Regardless if you shared the same experience of puberty as me, we can all relate in one way or another to feeling like the odd one out, or the looming feeling that we just don't fit in. The story of, The Ugly Duckling was written by the beloved Danish poet and author, Hans Christian Andersen in 1844. He has written such classics as, The Little Mermaid, The Princess and the Pea and The Emperor's New Clothes. This fairy tale is an exploration of self transformation and learning to be happy with who you are despite what others may say or think of you.

In our season's final production, we put on a fun filled adventure where not everyone is who they seem and sometimes we find that we have more courage in us than we ever realized. Directed by the talented Ken Stevens, the award wining musical, Honk is based on the charming tale, The Ugly Duckling. Join us for catchy songs, sharp wit and a lesson that all of us need a reminder of once in a while, whether we're young or old. Honk is a production that you won't wanna miss!

May 31st at 7p.m.

June 1, 6, 7 & 8 at 7p.m.

June 2 & 9 at 2p.m.

2013 Sponberg Theatre

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We go "Inside the Actor's Studio" to interview the show's villain and the hero's love interest. Check it out!

"A Love/Hate Story in Black and White"

What is more powerful, love or hate? 
Without getting too philosophical it is a simple question but can have a complicated answer. Some say that love and hate are exact opposites. Others say that love and hate are two such intense emotions that they are practically the same. What do you think? In Wedding Band: A Love/Hate Story in Black and White that is just one of the many thought provoking questions discussed. Written by Alice Childress and directed by Wallace Bridges, this show dives deep into the human heart and shines light on some of the darker aspects of human character that we would rather leave hidden.

Against the backdrop of 1918 South Carolina, two people are in love against all odds. Due to laws prohibiting interracial marriage, Julia, an African American seamstress, and Herman, a caucasian baker, suffer the consequences from the community. Unable to escape to the north where they can be married, the couple is forced to keep their long standing love affair a secret. This beautiful love story moves and inspires while exploring taboo themes of racism and violence.

Recommended for mature audiences.

April 5th, 6th, 12th, and 13th at 7PM

11th at 10PM

7th and 14th at 2PM

In our Inside the Actor's Studio, we interview Amanda Brewer and Stephen Lambert, the stars of "Wedding Band: A Love/Hate Story in Black and White". Check check check it out...

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Student One Act Festival

The 2013 Student One-Act Festival has finally arrived! Each year our students have the opportunity to really show off their skill. We chose six one act scripts written by our students and chose six students to each direct one performance.

Our student-written one acts deal with topics all across the board. Everything from the first woman president, a house party gone wrong, and overcoming abusive relationships.

"Not Her Best Moments"
Written By: Melissa Marguerite
Directed By: Kelsea Kerkes

"Up From Below"
Written By: Melissa Marguerite
Directed By: Kerry Conniff

"Cecil & Murphy"
Written By: Ramon Garcia
Directed By: Anton Koyton

"Wine & Entertainment Provided"
Written By: Megan A. Blaschak
Directed By: Derek Ridge

"Flawless: #TheInternetPlay"
Written By: Michael Herman
Directed By: Anthony Petrucci

"The Death of America's First Woman President"
Written By: Mike Fedel
Directed By: Jahmeel Powers

Sunday March 24th at 5PM
Monday March 25th at 8PM
Tuesday March 26th at 8PM
Wednesday March 27th at 5PM & 8PM 

Tickets are only $5 and are sold 30 minutes before the show starts. Be sure to get their early! It's first come first serve with the tickets, and they go fast!

Are you in town for "Urinetown"?

The hilarious musical satire Urinetown has been one of the most talked about shows all year. Opening weekend was a huge success with a packed house at each performance. Directed by the fabulous Pirooz Aghssa this musical is sure to get you rolling in the isles. The Quirk halls are filled with chit-chat about the show...everything from the cast talking about the fun they have at rehearsals, to singing songs from the show on their way to class, to audience members filling our social media sites with how much they loved the show. 
 "We have the right to pee for free!"shout the citizens of a town ruined by a 20-year drought. Private toilets now cost money for every use, if anyone disobeys the laws they are sent to the ominous "Urinetown", never to be seen again.

We interview cast members from Urinetown, Tyler Calhoun and Rick Eva in our Inside the Actor's Studio.

If you missed last weekends performances do not fret! There is plenty of urine for everyone. The next performance dates are...
Thursday the 21st at 10PM, Friday the 22nd at 7PM, Saturday the 23rd at 7PM and the final performance is Sunday the 24th at 2PM.

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Shake Shake Shake...Shaking Earth

Our tale begins in the boot heel of Missouri in the year 1939. It was a time of much hardship, racism and fear. With the start of WWII and the tail end of the Great Depression, the many earth quakes known to hit Missouri weren't the only thing shaking things up. In Shaking Earth we follow the struggle of two sharecropping families trying to survive in unjust working conditions and the journey between two girls who strive to stay together in a world that tells them to be apart. Written by our very own Patricia Zimmer and directed by the lovable Meriah Sage, we invite you to experience the friendship, hatred, courage and sacrifice presented in the world premiere staged reading of,  

Shaking Earth.

Carole King's, "I Feel the Earth Move"

Premiering January 25th and 26th at 7 p.m and 27th at 2 p.m

In EMU's Inside the Actor's Studio, we interview the cast of Shaking Earth!

Get out of the winter cold and come see a show that will warm your heart.
Tickets are only $7!

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The Story of Snow White

The fairy tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was first written in 1812 by the famous duo, the Brother's Grimm. Since then the story has adapted into numerous re-tellings...  The most popular version is of Walt Disney's first animated film in 1937, where the beloved characters of Doc, Happy, Sleepy, Sneezy, Grumpy, Bashful and Dopey came alive. This past summer two major blockbuster's Mirror Mirror and Snow White and The Huntsman opened. Needless to say the fairy tale of Snow White is a significant part of today's culture...

In the upcoming production, White as Snow, Red as Blood: The Story of Snow White, Adapted by: V. Glasgow Koste, director Jenny Koppera has crafted a brand new take on this beloved story; filled with enchantment, love, danger, beauty and wit.

Check out our latest Inside the Actor's Studio with Michael Herman and Anthony Petrucci who play two of the seven dwarfs...

Nov. 30th @7PM

Dec. 1st, 6th, 7th, 8th @ 7PM and the 2nd & 9th @ 2PM

Get Tickets to "White as Snow, Red as Blood: The Story of Snow White" Here!

Inside the Actors Studio: Striking 12

Based on Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Match Girl," director Ken Steven's staged reading holiday musical, Striking 12, will remind you what the holiday season is all about. Not to mention give you a chance to celebrate New Years Eve in November...who would want to pass that up?

Check out our Inside the Actor's Studio video to learn more about Striking 12 and the actors involved.
 

  

Striking 12 opens this Friday the 9th at 7PM and runs till Sunday the 11th.

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