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The Full Monty
Book by Terrence McNally • Music by David Yazbek
Directed by Mark Madama • Music Direction by Cynthia Kortman Westphal • Choreographed by Mark Esposito
When the economy fails, a group of men decide to take matters in their own hands to make ends meet - but can they go all the way?
October 13 – 23, 2011
Mendelssohn Theatre
Little Women
Music by Jason Howland • Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein • Book by Allan Knee • Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Directed by Danny Gurwin • Music Direction by Catherine Walker Adams
Department of Musical Theatre Studio Production
December 8 – 11, 2011
Arthur Miller Theatre
Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and beloved novel), Little Women the Musical, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. Managing along with their beloved Marmee while their father is away at war, the March women deftly handle challenges, disappointments, and fight for their dreams. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope as Jo and her family discover what it is that they really want, and with whom they want to share their lives. Directing is Musical Theatre Department alumnus Danny Gurwin. A renowned artist and soloist, Gurwin originated the role of Laurie in Little Women the Musical on Broadway, and is currently on the faculty of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Los Angeles.
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Spring Awakening
Book and Lyrics by Steven Sater • Music by Duncan Sheik • Based on the play by Frank Wedekind
Directed by Malcolm Tulip
Department of Musical Theatre Studio Production
February 10 - 19, 2012
Arthur Miller Theatre
Winner of 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The New York Times declared Spring Awakening "Haunting and electrifying! This brave new musical has a shivery, sensual allure unmatched by anything in the theater right now." Adapted from Frank Wedekind's 1891 expressionist play about the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, Spring Awakening celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with power, poignancy, and passion. Declared by Entertainment Weekly to be "the most gorgeous Broadway score this decade" Spring Awakening features an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll. Directed by Malcolm Tulip, who directed past studios such as Our Country’s Good and All’s Well That Ends Well.
Recommended for mature audiences due to mature content, including brief partial nudity, sexual situations, and strong language.
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Chicago
Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse • Lyrics by Fred Ebb • Music by John Kander
Directed and choreographed by Linda Goodrich • Music Direction by Cynthia Kortman-Westphal
A sharp-edged satire about our society’s fascination with criminal celebrities.
 April 12 – 15, 2012
Power Center
Musical Theatre Senior Showcase
Mendelssohn Theatre
April 29 at 4 PM SOLD OUT
April 29 at 7:30 PM SOLD OUT
Curtain Call Fridays
Stick around after the applause! We are thrilled to add post-performance discussions immediately following the Friday performance. Moderated by members of the department faculty and featuring a rotating array of cast and artistic team members, Curtain Call Fridays offer a rare opportunity for audience members to talk about the production, exploring topics that range from the rehearsal process to character development to the creative decisions behind the production or issues raised by the work. The discussions are free and open to all. You are welcome to attend the discussion and see the play another day. Curtain Call Fridays are sponsored by the Friends of Musical Theatre.
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