URINETOWN

Book by Greg Kotis; Lyrics by Greg Kotis & Mark Hollmann;
Music by Mark Hollmann

Directed by: David Caldwell

November 1-4, 8-10, 2007

Cowan Hall, 30 S Grove St. , Westerville

One of the most uproariously funny musicals in recent years, URINETOWN is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year draught, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he's had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! Inspired by the works of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, URINETOWN is an irreverently humorous satire in which no one is safe from scrutiny.

High School Matinee: Wednesday, October 31, 10:00 a.m.

CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE

By Bertolt Brecht

Directed by: Christina Kirk

January 31-February 3; February 7-9, 2008

Cowan Hall, 30 S Grove St . , Westerville

THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE is a parable inspired by the Chinese play CHALK CIRCLE. Written at the close of World War II, the story is set in the Causasus Mountains of Georgia , and retells the tale of King Solomon and a child claimed by two mothers. A chalk circle is metaphorically drawn around a society misdirected by its priorities. Brecht's statements about class are cloaked in the innocence of a fable that whispers insistently to the audience. This production will feature original music by Dennis Davenport, Associate Professor of Music.

DANCE CONCERT 2008

Artistic Direction by: Stella Hiatt-Kane

March 6-9, 2008

Cowan Hall, 30 S. Grove St. , Westerville

Stella Hiatt-Kane and fellow faculty choreographers will create an evening of dance movie favorites.

PETER PAN

A musical based on the play by J.M. Barrie

Lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, Betty Comden and Adolph Green

Music by Mark Charlap and Jule Styne

Directed by John Stefano 

May 22-25, 29-31, 2008

Cowan Hall, 30 S Grove St. , Westerville

First produced on Broadway with Mary Martin and Cyril Richard and more recently a major hit starring Cathy Rigby, this is one of the world's most celebrated musicals. Here is all the charm of Barrie 's Peter and Tinker Bell and the children, pirates and Indians of Never Never Land, embellished with show-stopping songs.

High School Matinees: May 21, 22, & 28 at10:00 a.m.

A season of contemporary, avant-garde works in a workshop atmosphere. Come and join our students on their journeys through some of the world’s
more provocative and thought provoking theatre!

WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? 

By Edward Albee

Directed by: Dennis Romer

October 4-6, 12 & 13, 2007

Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is the story of George and Martha, two of the most famous roles ever written for the stage. Over the course of one wickedly hilarious evening, the cocktails come out and the gloves come off as this riveting duo takes their two young guests on the ride of their lives.

MISS WITHERSPOON

By: Christopher Durang

Directed by: Ed Vaughan

May 1-3, 9 & 10, 2008

Campus Center Theatre, 100 W Home St. , Westerville

In life, Veronica turned her back on religion--so why is she spending eternity in the netherworld with a Hindu spirit guide who calls her Miss Witherspoon? And why is she continually being sent back to earth to live lives she adamantly refuses to lead? Will she open herself up to enlightenment and learn her place in the world?

Miss Witherspoon is a timely, unusual play based on actual research conducted by the author in the netherworld (or so he says).

SUBSCRIBER PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

TRADITIONAL SEASON:

*Opening night (A) Series includes post performance reception.

STUDIO SEASON:
(As a subscriber, you choose your preferred dates.)

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Thurs., Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 5, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 6, 8:00 p.m.
Fri, Oct. 12, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 13, 8:00 p.m.

Miss Witherspoon
Thurs., May 1, 7:30 p.m.
Fri., May 2, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., May 3, 8:00 p.m.
Fri., May 9, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., May 10, 8:00 p.m.

Contacting the Box Office

Tickets may be purchased for all shows during regular box office hours at any time during the year with the exception of Showcase 2008 (tickets will be available for sale January 15). Due to the nature of the college calendar, please note dates of operation below.

Monday – Friday, 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. (and one hour prior to performances)
Fall Quarter: September 17 – November 17
Winter Quarter: January 14 – March 9
Spring Quarter: April 15 – May 31
Box Office: (614) 823-1109  Cowan Hall, 30 S. Grove St. , Westerville , OH 43081

Individual Ticket Prices:

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Caucasian Chalk Circle, Dance 2008, Miss Witherspoon: $15 each
Urinetown: $20 each
Peter Pan: $25 each. ($12 for children under 12)

Student Rush Tickets: Tickets are available for all performances one hour prior to curtain (pending availability). Please phone the box office for Student Rush pricing.

Show Times:
Opening Nights 7:30 p.m.
Sunday Matinees          2:00 p.m.
All other performances  8:00 p.m.