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▼ 7/ie Greeks teach us that lo marvel is the first step toward knowledge and where we cease to marvel, we may be in danger of ceasing to know.”Tln the artistic expression of our fears, hopes, dreams, joys and sorrows, we marvel at the natural, human, and divine forces that have shaped and controlled our existence. T Since the dawn of time, we have attempted to understand and to exercise some control over our place in the universe. T VJe have done so through the arts. T The theatre, being a universal human phenomenon and means of communication, can be one of the truest and most complete witnesses to the people, times and piaces that produced it. TAs such, the theatre, like ail the arts, is basic and essential to the well being of all societies. ▼ If we will but look and listen, the theatre will reveal to us who we are, or were, or could or should be. T To witness, to understand and to appreciate the theatre is to more fully know and understand ourselves, our past, our present, and our future. TAt no time in history has that knowledge and understanding been more critical than it is today. T Toward this end I have selected a season of plays that will provide you a wide variety of quality, prize-winning entertainment—emotional and thought-provoking dramas, comedies, classics, and musicals—a celebration of the human spirit! T To join us in the celebration, simply complete the order formf ound in this brochure or call 898-1109 to place your season ticket orders.Dr. Donald W. SeayChairman/Artistic DirectorT “Visually captivating and elegantly choreographed,” last season s Evita with guest artist Charles Pistone was hailed as a highlight of the spring season.” —Michael Grossberg,The Columbus Dispatchinside;Otterbein College Theatre presents its 1990-91 season:A Streetcar Named Desire T Charlotte’s Web T Good T Much Ado About Nothing Man of La Mancha T Uncommon Women and OthersC v' . 1 ! EOtterbein College Department of Theatre & Dance Westerville, OH 43081-2006Non-Profit Org. US Postage PAIDWesterville, OH Permit 177Forwarding and Return Postage Guaranteed, Address Correction RequestedIf you receive more than one copy of this newsletter, please pass one along to a friend.>, STREERARby Tennessee Williams; directed by Dr. Donald W. SeayOct. 3,4,5,6,7; 10,11,12,13,14; 17,18,19,20,21This celebrated American drama, which earned both the Pulitzer Prize and the New Ywk Drama Critic’s Circle Award, ranks as one of the greatest in our theatre. A savagely arresting drama. Streetcar is one the those rare plays familiar to all. Primitive, graceful and poetic, the play reveals to the very depths the character of Blanche DuBois, a woman whose life has been undermined by romantic illusions, which lead her to reject so far as possible the realities of life with which she is faced and which she consistently ignores. The pressure brought to bear upon her by her sister, with whom she goes to live in New Orleans, intensified by the brutish and animal-like husband of the latter, leads to a revelation of her tragic self-delusion, and in the end to madness. A play of uncommon beauty and grace—Streetcar is one of the most significant pieces of literature to come from the theatre. TGoodby C. P. Taylor directed by Dennis Romer with Guest Artist TBAJan. 30,31, Feb. 1,2,3 (mat. & eve. on Feb. 3);Feb. 5, 6,7,8,9,10A hit in London and New York, “Good is a triumphant, wonderful and incandescent evening in the theatre,” wrote Clive Barnes in the N. Y. Post. Frank Rich of the N. Y. Times called it “A flawless display of theatre craft” Set in Germany at the time when Adolph Hitler has just come to power, this is the story of professor John Haider, a "good,” liberal-minded teacher of literature in Frankfurt during the 1930’s. Slowly, inexorably, Haider allows himself to be seduced into the Nazi party, giving into expediency and pre.ssure—and believing all the while in his own essential goodness.As he spirals down the vortex of the Reich, Haider rationalizes everything—his betrayal of his family and his Jewish friend as well as the morality he used to teach. Finally, standing in SS uniform at Auschwitz, Haider becomes a symbol of man’s ability to slide comfortably down the primrose path to evil. Described as a “play with music,” this is a highly theatrical drama that is both warmly human and chillingly horrific. TSpecial!Children’s TheatreCliarlot±e^sWebMusic and Lyrics by Char­les StrouseBook by Joseph Robinette directed by PamelaNov. 16, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 17,10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.;Nov. 18,1:30 p.m.This exciting, musical version of Charlotte's Web brings a new di­mension to E.B. White’s beloved classic. All the enchanting charac­ters are here: Wilbur, the irresist­ible pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the glutton­ous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuck- erman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spi­der Charlotte who proves to be a “true friend and a good writer.” With music and lyrics by Charles Strouse (Annie, ‘Bye, ‘Bye Birdie) and book by Joseph Robinette (na­tional award-winning children’s playwright), this is a beautiful, know mg play about friendship for the entire family.Bonus! Purchase season tickets today and order tickets for Charlotte's Web at a special dis­counted rate. T(Special GCAC Artist-in-the- Schools Performances Nov. 14 and 15)Mucfr ^do^BoutOdptflingby William Shakespeare directed by Ed VaughanMarch13,14,15,16,17 (High School Matinee Performances March 12 & 14, 10 a.m.)A tale of misperceptions, Afuc/i Ado is S hakespeare ’ s most brilliant comedy. An observation into the foppery of human love involving the romantic affairs of two sets of lovers: the reluctant Benedict and Beatrice and the unformnate Claudio and Hero. With the guidance of their austere commander Don Pedro the lovers prepare to unite until the villainous Don John seeks revenge.Through disharmonious plots of seduction and deception the lovers are tom apart Ironically, Dogberry and his dim- witted watchmen reveal the conspiracy of Don John, while the intelligent people are taken in. Dogberry, chief of police, is certainly the greatest of Shakespeare’s comic characters, second only to Falstaff. Love most assuredly conquers all adversity in this tale of all’s well that ends well. TT “Otterbein College Theatre’s production of [Oliver] Goldsmith’s classic" [She Stoops to Conquer (1989-90)], directed by guest professional Jeremiah Morris “... has a cheeky sexuality that rrdght surprise even Goldsmith."—Frank Gabrenya, The Columbus DispatchWritten by Dale Wasserman Music by Mitch Leigh; Lyrics by Joe Darion Original Production Staged by Albert Marre Originally Produced by Albert W. Selden and Hal Jamesdirected by Dennis RomerMay 8, 9,10,11,12(High School Matinee Performances May 7 & 9,10 a.m.)One of the longest-running hits in Broadway history (2,328 per­formances—over five years), this internationally-acclaimed musi­cal ranks with My Fair Lady, Hello, Dollyl and Oklahoma! in the list of all-time stage favorites. Adapted from one of the great masterpieces of world literature, Cervantes’ Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha features such musical highlights as “The Impos­sible Dream,” “Dulcinea,” “The Quest,” and “I, Don Quix­ote.” Weaving together details from the life of its soldier-of- fortune author with memorable scenes of comic absurdity, satire and compassion, the play opens with the aging Cervan­tes imprisoned for offenses against the church. There he is hailed before a kangaroo court of his fellow prisoners who pro­pose to confiscate his meagre possessions, one of which is the uncompleted manuscript of a novel called Don Quixote. Seeking to save it, Cervantes and his faithful manservant, transform them­selves into Don Quixote and Sancho Panza and proceed “to dream the impossible dream.” “A thorough triumph, faithful to the spirit of the Spanish classic, beautiful visually and in its story-telling, charming in its score, and genuinely moving.”—N. Y.Post, Richard Watts Jr. TT Above: “Otterbeins strong ensemble production [Stepping Out (1989-90)],.. directed by Dennis Romer, makes this charming little show a crowd pleaser."—Michael Grossberg,The Columbus DispatchT Left: The 1989-90 Childrens Theatre production of Cinderella became the third- highest-attended show in Otterbeins 84-year history.Uncommon Womenby Wendy Wasserstein guest director TBAothersMay 29,30,31 June 1,2 (mat. & eve.); June 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9This striking and exceptional first play from Pulitzer Prize-Winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein (The Heidi Chronicles, Isn’t It Romantic?) was presented by New York’s renowned Phoenix Theatre, and then selected for the PBS ‘Theatre in America” series on nationwide television.Affecting, funny and perceptive, the play delves into the lives, loves and aspirations of a group of seniors at a prestigious eastern women’s college. Comprised of a collage of interrelated scenes, the action begins with a reunion, six years after graduation, of five close friends and classmates at Mount Holyoke College. They compare notes on their activities since leaving school and then, in a series of flashbacks, we see them in their college days and learn of the events, some funny, some touching, some bitingly cynical, which helped to shape them.”... funny, ironic, and affectionate comedy... Miss Wasserstein is an uncommon young woman if there ever was one.”-Edith Oliver, The New Yorker.Uncommon Women and Others is a sophisticated work intended for mature audiences only. TBox Office: 898-1109The box office, located in the lobby of Cowan Hall, is open from 1.00 to 4;30 p.m. weekdays. It is also open one hour prior to all scheduled performances. Mail orders (for individual tickets) received in advance of box office opening dates will receive pri­ority. Box office opens for all sales on Sept. 24 (Streetcar Named Desire), Nov. 6 (Charlotte's Web), Jan. 17 (Goodi, Feb. 28 (Much Ado About Nothing, April 24 (Man of La Mancha), May 20 (Uncommon Women and Others). Box Office number is 614/ 898-1109. Individual reservations accepted with Visa/Mastercard. Season tickets will be mailed the week of September 24,1990.Start TJmasOpening Night performances are at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 2.00 p.m. All other performances begin at 8:00 p.m. Otterbein College Theatre reserves the right to make changes or substitutions should production rights or other problems arise with any of the listed plays. TWhy Subscribe?T The Best Seats at the Best PriceOnly Ouerbein College Theatre subscribers are guaranteed the “best seats in the house” for each and every production. And subscribers always receive the lowest possible price for their priority seating. This season you’ll see 5 shows for the price of 4.T Priority RenewalOnce you subscribe, those seats are yours each year unless you tell us otherwise. You’ll also have the first chance to improve your seating in subsequent seasons as special consideration is always given to former subscribers.T Convenient Ticket ExchangeLet’s face it, conflicts do come up. If that ever happens to you, simply give us 24 hours notice and we’ll gladly exchange your tickets to another performance of that same production. This is an exclusive benefit for subscribers only! All individual tickets sales are final and may not be exchanged.T Discount CouponsAlong with your season tickets you’ll receive our “Bring-a-Friend” cou­pons which allow you to purchase additional tickets at a reduced rate.You’ll also receive discount coupons for Opus Zero, Otterbein’s singing and dancing ensemble as well as coupons for the annual Dance Company Concert.▼ Special Children’s Show BonusFor the first time ever, we’ll allow you to order discount tickets in ad­vance to our special children’s theatre production of Charlotte's Web."T A Free Subscription to STAGESPublished quarterly, STAGES is the Otterbein College Theatre newsletter that features discount ticket order forms as well as updates on alumni in the business.London Theatre Tour Dec. 6-19,1990We are very pleased to invite our theatre patrons to the annual LONDON THEATRE TOUR, fully escorted by Dean Joanne VanSant and Dr. Marilyn Day, who have been hosting London theatre tours for years. Tour activi­ties include:▼ Round trip air from Columbus to London▼ Leisurely walking tour of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Shakespeare’s birthplace▼ Evening performance by the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford and production of Les Miserables at the Palace Theatre in London plus two other plays▼ Tours of Warwick Castle and Christ Church College in Oxford▼ Accommodations at Stratford Bed and Breakfast and the President’s Hotel in London▼ One-half day tour of London, in­cluding Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral▼ Tour of Parliament▼ Day trip to Canterbury and Dover▼ Trips to New Caledonia Market and Porto Bello Road (antique markets)▼ Visits to Bayswater Road,Speaker’s Comer and Wesley’s Chapel▼ Optional trip to Windsor, Stone­henge and BathPlus much, much moreCost approximately $1,425 - $1,450 per person. For information and/or reservations phone 614/898- 1250. TTTffTfff Easy to Reach Free ParkingStages is the free bdiind-the-scenes newsletter of Otteibein College Tketare. Contributing to this issue were:Dr. Donald W. Seay Chainnan/Artistic Director Tod Wilson Managing Director Jeanne Augustus Administrative Assistant Patricia Kessler Director of College Relations Patrice M. Etter Director of PuNkations Ed Syguda Photogr^jherIf you would like to be on our mailing list, please call 614/898-1657 or write to:Tod Wilson, Managing Director Department of Theatre and Dance Ottetbein College Westerville, Ohio 43081T A scene from last season's Fool for Love, .. directed by Ed Vaughan with his usual atten­tion to theatricality and clarity.” —Michael Grossberg,The Columbus DispatchT A scene from last year’s "expertly mounted revival" of Present Laughter directed by CharlesDodrill "... with clarity and comic vigor.”—Michael Grossberg, The Columbus DispatchCut here and mail to Otterbein College Theatre, Westerville, Ohio 430811990-91 Season Ticket Order FormIndividual Ticket Prices See 5 Shows for the Price of 4!Option #1 Option #2Fri/Sat T/W/Th/SunSTREETCAR NAMED DESIRE $8.75 $7.75GOOD $8.75 $7.75MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING $8.75 $7.75MAN OF LA MANCHA $10.00 $9.00UNCOMMON WOMEN $8.75 $7.75Single Ticket Toal $45.00 $40.00Season Ticket Cost $36.00 $29.75(Save 20%) (Save 26%)Streetcar Named Desire, Good and Uncommon Women and Others will be performed in the Canpus Center Theatre. Charlotte's Web, Much Ado About Nothing and Man of La Mancha will be performed in Cowan Hall.Season Ticket Availability DatesSeason tickets are available only for the dates listed below. Please circle desired date for each play and underline your second choice in case the first isnot available. Wed. Thurs. FrL Sat. Sun.Mat.STREETCAR 3 4 5 6 7October 10 11 12 13 14GOOD 30 31 1 2 3JanTFeb. 6 7 8 9 10MUCH ADOMarch13 14 15 16 17MAN OF LA MANCHA May8 9 10 11 12UNCOMMON WOMEN 29 30 31 1 2May/June 5 6 7 8 9Special Children’s Theatre: Charlotte's Web(As a bonus to subscribers you may order your tickets to Charlotte's Web along with your season tickets at $1.00 off the normal price. Please circle your desired performance below.)Fri. 11/16 SaL 11/17 SaL 11/17 Sun. 11/18 7:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 pm.I wish to order________ Option #1 season tickets at $36.00 each (save 20%) $____I wish to order________ Option #2 season tickets at $29.75 each (save 26%) $____I wish to order________ Charlotte’s Web tickets (optional) at $2.65 each. $____Enclose $1.50 for Postage/Handling $ 1.50All sales are final-ticket requests will be filled in the order that they arrive at the box office.Please consider a tax-deductible donation—any amount would be appreciated. $Total Enclosed $Your tickets will be mailed to you the week of September 24.Make check payable to Otterbein College Theatre or charge to:MasterCard #_______________________________or Visa #_____________________________ Exp. Date________Name_____________________________________ Signature (for charge card)________________Street_________________________________________City__________________________State___________ Zip CodePhone (home)______________ (work)__________________I am a new subscriber DYes □ No 1 am a former summer/winter season subscriber (circle one).

1990 - 1991 Season Brochure

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1990 - 1991 Season Brochure

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