Department of Theatre
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2017-2018 Season Preview (video)
Click on the video image, then sit back and view our 2017-2018 season video preview.
2017-2018 Season
For USM Theatre’s 2017-2018 season we chose the theme of IDENTITY.
Highlights
Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom
Reality and virtual-ity ooze into each other in this terrifying (and funny) play by Jennifer Haley.
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
Shakespeare's unforgettable characters, eloquent poetry and poignant songs, Twelfth Night reveals the comedy and consequences of mistaken identity, unrequited love and devilish mischief.
Theatre Showcase
In a relaxed format, each evening’s performance may differ in content as you join us to explore this creative work produced by our theatre and dance students.
A Man of No Importance (musical)
During the course of a tumultuous rehearsal process, Alfie learns that the theatre is not a place to hide from the world, but instead the very place where we may finally discover our true selves.
Theatre Showcase
In a relaxed format, each evening’s performance may differ in content as you join us to explore this creative work produced by our theatre and dance students.
The Importance of Being Earnest
This superb satire is one of the funniest plays in the English language – the delightful repartee and hilarious piercing of hypocrisy and pomposity will make you laugh out loud.
News
Department of Theatre's season opener ‘Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom’ receives high praise from the Portland Phoenix and more
USM Department of Theatre Kicks-Off Main Stage Season with a Modern Horror Story
USM Department of Theatre announces its 2017-2018 season focusing on theme of ‘Identity'
USM Department of Theatre to present special encore performances Deertrees Theatre's ‘Last Train to Nibroc’ Sept. 7-8
Review praises USM student actors as 'Pure fun to watch'
USM’s 'Merry Wives of Windsor' draws praise from Portland Press Herald reviewer
Dance USM! A Large Cast of Guest & Student Artists Present Diverse and Powerful Works of Movement and Poetry
An open letter to the USM Department of Theatre Community from the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
Events
Nov
11
Sat
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
7:30 PM, Main Stage, Russell Hall, Gorham
Nov
12
Sun
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
5:00 PM, Main Stage, Russell Hall, Gorham
Nov
15
Wed
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
5:00 PM, Main Stage, Russell Hall, Gorham
Nov
16
Thu
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
7:30 PM, Main Stage, Russell Hall, Gorham
Nov
17
Fri
Twelfth Night (or What you Will)
10:00 AM, Main Stage, Russell Hall, Gorham