2003 - 2004 Season
Father Uxbridge Wants to Marry
written and directed by Frank Gagliano
After Mordon, an elevator operator, learns that he and his old lift are being replaced by a new automatic Otis, his
fragmented mind takes him on a cinematic journey through a landscape of Bach arias and bizarre confrontations as he
seeks a salvation that will allow him to smash his elevator “right on through the roof!”
Featuring Roger Jerome of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, BBC, and London’s West End.
September 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 7:30 pm
September 14 , 20* 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Anton in show business
by Jane Martin
directed by Jessica D. Morgan
This madcap comedy follows three actresses across the footlights into a strangely familiar Wonderland that looks a
lot like American theatre, as they pursue their dream of performing Chekhov in Texas. Variety calls it “ A smart,
acerbic crowd-pleaser . . . Simultaneously a love letter and a poison pen letter to the American theatre.” In the
tradition of great backstage comedies, “Anton” conveys the absurdities of “putting on a
play.”
October 17, 18, 22, 23, 24 - 7:30 pm
October 19, 25* - 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
The Time of your Life
by William Saroyan
directed by Jerry McGonigle
On an October afternoon in 1939, we find ourselves at Nick’s Pacific Street Saloon, Restaurant, and Entertainment
Palace.
It is home to one of the most vivacious pinball machines ever devised and to an intoxicating cast of characters who explore the possibilities of living a life which does not hurt anyone; a life concerned with ordinary people and simple values. A Pulitzer Prize–winning, truly American classic play. “One of the most enchanting theatrical works imaginable.” —New York Herald Tribune
November 14, 15, 19, 20, 21 - 7:30 pm
November 16*, 22 - 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Dance Concert 2004
featuring Orchesis Dance Ensemble
Art that moves us! Join as we dance back into our newly renovated Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre. Drawing from the
techniques of modern, ballet, and jazz performance, our students, faculty, and guest artists choreograph pieces that
feature members of the Orchesis Dance Ensemble. Innovative and experimental works of movement theatre add to this
exciting concert.
Featuring the work of guest artist Alan Sener, who will choreograph a new piece to be performed and premiered by dancers from WVU.
March 4, 5 , 6 - 7:30 pm
March 2 , 7 - 2:00 pm
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre
A Repertory Extravaganza!
Repertory Show #1
The Odyssey
directed by Joann Spencer Siegrist
Based on Homer’s classic Greek poem, this story will delight young audiences with visions of monsters, sailors,
underworld characters, and beautiful creatures.
April 7, 20, 23 - 7:30 pm
April 17 - 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Repertory Show #2
Boy gets Girl
by Rebecca Gilman
directed by Phillip Beck
What is a stalker? And what kind of life can a woman lead when she knows she is being followed? See what happens in
this dramatic thriller when one woman, seemingly in control of her life, faces a situation where everything around her
suddenly seems to be a threat.
April 6, 8, 17, 21 - 7:30 pm
April 24 - 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Repertory Show #3
Picasso at the Lapin Agile
by Steve Martin
directed by Jay Malarcher
A “wild and crazy” comedy by Steve Martin that features a fictional meeting between two geniuses:
Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein. Martin sets the fun in a Paris bar before either man has become famous and the two
debate art and science in a funny and insightful way. Watch for the surprise “visitor from the future” who
shows up to add his two cents!
April 15, 16, 22, 24 - 7:30 pm
April 18 - 2:00 pm
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Upfront & Backstage Presentations
These presentations begin prior to the show at 12:30 pm. Meet the people behind the scenes, tour backstage, and visit
the shops where scenery, props, and costumes are built. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how we make magic out
of the most ordinary objects. All presentations will begin in the lobby of the Gladys G. Davis Theatre, except the
presentation for the Dance Concert, which will begin in the lobby of the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre.
Post-Show Panel Discussions
These discussions with the director, designers, and company begin immediately following the performances on the designated
dates. The audience will have an opportunity to ask questions, make comments, and discuss the process of bringing these
plays to life.
School Matinees
Schools interested in attending matinee productions should contact the Division of Theatre and Dance at (304) 293-4841,
Ext. 3120. Special ticket prices are available.
All Theatre and Dance mainstage productions will be held in the Gladys G. Davis Theatre, except for the Dance Concert, which will be held in the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre.
*Performances for the hearing impaired are denoted with an asterisk.
Please join us as we begin our first season in the newly renovated Creative Arts Center: a place where the Division of Theatre and Dance continues to Make Art Create Community.