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The Wizard of Oz
A Radio Drama adapted by Linus Speary
Directed by Josh Hsu
Listening Party in October
A delightful adaption for the radio of L. Frank Baum’s classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Great listening for the whole family!
John Proctor is the Villain
By Kimberly Belflower
Directed by Sara Valentine
November 6-10, 2024
At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens are studying The Crucible while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few school scandals. Holding a contemporary lens to the American classic, they begin to question who is really the hero and what is the truth, discovering their own power in the process. Alternately touching and bitingly funny, this new comedy captures a generation in mid-transformation, running on pop music, optimism, and fury, writing their own coming of age story.
Gianni Schicchi
In collaboration with the Osher School of Music
By Giacomo Puccini
Directed by Dr. Malinda Haslett
Conducted by Dr. Robert Lehmann
November 21-24, 2024
Gianni Schicchi, Puccini’s hilarious one-act opera, tells the story of a beloved family mourning the loss of Buoso Donati, that is…until they learn the contents of his last will and testament. When it is revealed that Donati has left his fortune to the local monastery, the family employs Gianni Schicchi to help them update, post-mortem, the document. Based on Dante’s Divine Comedy, the opera boasts one of the most beloved arias of all time, O mio babbino caro. Sung in Italian, with English supertitles, join us for an hour-long, delightful evening. It will be divine!
Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (30 Plays in 60 Minutes)
by Greg Allen
Directed by Rachel Price Cooper
December 5-8, 2024
Can a theatre ensemble possibly perform thirty plays in under an hour?! Join us for this high-octane, interactive theatre experience, one of Chicago’s longest-running theatre phenomena. Part theatre, part sporting event, each night is different as the audience picks the plays and cheers on the cast to make it past the finish line before the buzzer sounds.
The Birds
by Conor McPherson
Directed by Liz Carlson
February 21-March 2, 2025
Daphne du Maurier’s short story, also the basis for Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, is boldly adapted by Conor McPherson—a gripping, unsettling, and moving look at human relationships in the face of societal collapse. In an isolated house, strangers Nat and Diane take shelter from relentless masses of attacking birds. They find relative sanctuary but not comfort or peace; there’s no electricity, little food, and a nearby neighbor may still be alive and watching them. Another refugee, the young and attractive Julia, arrives with some news of the outside world, but her presence also brings discord. Their survival becomes even more doubtful when paranoia takes hold of the makeshift fortress—an internal threat to match that of the birds outside.
Little Women
In collaboration with the Osher School of Music
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allen Knee
Directed by Danny Hutchins
Musical Direction by Ed Reichert
Choreography by Vanessa Beyland
April 4-13, 2025
Based on Louisa May Alcott’s groundbreaking novel of the same name, Little Women depicts the story of Jo March (a fictional embodiment of Alcott’s story) as she reflects on her struggle to become a successful and famous writer in Civil War America. Finding strength in the support and love of her mother and sisters (Meg, Beth, and Amy), Jo fights to overcome enormous obstacles–including war, illness, and discrimination–in her pursuit of achieving her dreams. This reimagined and fantastical portrayal of an American classic is brought to life with glorious music filled with personal discovery, heartache, hope, and everlasting love. Audiences will be inspired to achieve their dreams and work to better the world around them.
Spring Dance Concert
Choreography by USM Dance Faculty & Guest Artists
April 25-27, 2025
A fantastic compilation of original dance works from USM Dance faculty & guest choreographers.