2005-2006 Season
THEATRE AND DANCE MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS
SPECIAL EVENT
Good
By C.P. Taylor
This tragedy/comedy “musical” play chronicles the story of how a “good” man gets caught up in the nightmare of the Third Reich, if only in the workings of imagination.
Previews: November 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m.
November 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 at 7:30 p.m.
November 5, 6*, 12 & 13 at 2 p.m.
Vivian Davis Michael Theatre
(All tickets for this performance are $5. Seating is limited to 50 in the Vivian Davis Michael Theatre.)
Shakespeare is in the air at WVU! It’s our season of Shakespeare’s dark and light, with a little song and dance in between.
Measure for Measure
By William Shakespeare
This is one of his most profound and disturbing plays: the story of a corrupt governor who perverts justice in order to gratify his own lust.
Previews: November 30 & December 1 at 7:30 p.m.
December 2, 6, 7, 8 & 9 at 7:30 p.m.
December 3*, 4 & 10 at 2 p.m.
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Dialogues of the Carmelites
Opera by Francis Poulenc (in English)
First performed in 1957 at la Scala in Milan, this three-act lyric tragedy centers on a young aristocratic woman named Blanche de la Force who seeks refuge in a convent during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. The turbulence of the outside world follows her there and she and her Carmelite sisters become engulfed in the events of history. Featuring new voice faculty member Rebecca Turner as the Mother Superior—Madame Lidoine. Don’t miss this show, which is considered one of the masterpieces of 20th century opera!
January 25, 27 & 28 at 7:30 pm.
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre
Dance Concert 2006
Join us for another fabulous mix of modern, ballet, jazz, and theatre movement choreographed by our students, faculty, and guest artists. Featuring the members of Orchesis Dance Ensemble, this year’s dance concert promises creative, innovative, and stylish performances.
March 2, 3, & 4 at 7:30 p.m.
March 4 at 2 p.m.
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre
The Tempest
By William Shakespeare
Magic, fairies and a Duke’s banished court provide the background for the enchanted island of Prospero, Ariel and the fated young lovers Ferdinand and Miranda. Throw in a shipwreck, some physical comedy and a little intrigue and you have one of Shakespeare’s most touching plays. Enter the world of this classic comedy/drama and welcome our participating guest artists from the Greenbrier Valley Theatre in Lewisburg, W.Va.
Previews: March 22 & 23 at 7:30 p.m.<
March 24, 25, 28, 29, 30 & 31 at 7:30 p.m.
March 25* at 2 p.m.
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
Bat Boy: The Musical
Story and Book by Keythe Farley and Brian Flemming
Music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe
Direct from the pages of Weekly World News, Bat Boy is a “comedic/horror romp” about a half boy/half bat creature who is discovered in a cave near Hope Falls, West Virginia. Brought to the home of the town veterinarian, he is accepted by the family, learns to behave “normally,” and falls tragically in love with the vet’s teenage daughter. Or is it so tragic? See what happens when bat/boy meets vet/babe!
Previews: April 19 & 20 at 7:30 p.m.
April 21, 22, 25, 26, 27 & 28 at 7:30 p.m.
April 23 & 29 at 2 p.m.
Gladys G. Davis Theatre
THEATRE AND DANCE NON-SUBSCRIPTION EVENTS
“Upfront & Backstage” Presentations
These presentations begin prior to the show at 12:30 p.m. Meet the people behind the scenes, tour backstage, and visit the shops where lighting, sound, scenery, props, and costumes are created. 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.
Measure for Measure
December 4: “Upfront and Backstage”
December 7: School Matinee Performance at 10 a.m.
Dance Concert 2006
March 2: School Matinee Performance at 10 a.m.
March 4: “Upfront and Backstage”
The Tempest
March 25: “Upfront and Backstage”
March 30: School Matinee Performance at 10 a.m.
School Matinees
We offer special rates for groups of ten or more and can seat your entire class, so come see one of these exciting events with your school! Call early for tickets, because groups fill up quickly. Schools interested in attending matinee productions should call the Mountainlair and CAC Box Offices at (304) 293-SHOW or the Division of Theatre and Dance at (304) 293-4841, Ext. 3120.
* Denotes performances that will be interpreted for the hearing impaired. Please notify the Box Office when purchasing tickets so that you may be seated in the appropriate section of the theatre.