Fine Arts
Berry College Theatre Company
2008-2009 Season
Company
Book by George Furth
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Dr. John Countryman
Musical direction by Dr. Kris Carlisle
Oct. 2-5 and Oct. 7-9
E. H. Young Theatre, Berry College
Taking place in New York, Company tells the story of five couples and their mutual friend, Bobby. Turning 35 at the begining of the show, Bobby seems to have everything: good looks, charm and a great sense of humor. Nevertheless, he is still single. This intelligent musical comedy is full of wit, laughter and thoughtful revelations.
Eclipsed
By Patricia Burke Brogan
Directed by Dr. John Countryman
E. H. Young Theatre, Berry College
Nov. 18-23
Set in Ireland circa 1963, Eclipsed is the doleful tale of unmarried mothers separated from their children and condemned to slave in convent-run laundries. the women are subjugated by a good nun/bad nun duo, but prove themselves a colorfully resistent brigade. This work of historical fiction is filled with entertaining characters and plenty of dirty laundry hung out out to dry.
How I learned to drive
By Paula Vogel
Directed by Dr. John Countryman
E. H. Young Theatre, Berry College
Feb. 17-22
This Pulitzer Prize winning play by Paula Vogel exposes many taboos in our culture that are seldom talked about. The story follows the strained, sexual relationship between Li'l Bit and her Uncle Peck from adolescence through her teenage years into college and beyond. Using the metaphor of driving and the issues of pedophilia, incest and misogyny, the play explores ideas of control and manipulation.
Reflections
The Berry College dance Troupe's 12th Annual Concert
Artistic Direction by Jeanne Schul
Rome City Auditorium, Rome, GA
March 5-7
In this year's dance concert, join us on a journey of self-discovery through movement. Dancers will ignite the stage with different styles of dance such as tap, jazz, modern and contemporary, to illustrate with music the different reflections we see of ourselves and of others. Don't miss this oppurtunity to burn all facades and catch a glimpse of what really lies beneath the Berry College Dance Troupe.
One Acts
Student Directed
E. H. Young Theatre, Berry College
April 17- 20 and April 24-27
As the writer of such classics as A Streetcar Named Desire, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee Williams is one of the greatest playwrights in American history. Williams pushed limits in his passionate and memorable tales, and won two Pulitzer Prizes for his efforts. Join us this spring as the advanced directing class presents several of his one-act plays for your enjoyment.
Box Office 706-236-2263
Musical Tickets: $8 for opening night and $10 for the rest of the performances
Play Tickets: $5 for opening night and $7 for the rest of the performances
Dance Tickets: $5 for opening night and $7 for all other performances
Cabaret Tickets: $20 per person
Performance Times:
Plays: 8 p.m. Monday thru Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday
Cabaret: 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Dance Concert: March 6-8 at 8 p.m.; March 8 at 2 p.m.
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