SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE 2010-2011 SEASON


GEM OF THE OCEAN
By August Wilson
Directed by Mikell Pinkney
Constans Theatre
September 17-18 & 21-24 at 7:30 pm
September 19 & 26 at 2:00 pm
 
The first chapter of Wilson’s ten play chronicle, The Pittsburgh Cycle, dramatizes the African American experience in the twentieth century. The play’s matriarch, Aunt Ester, guides family and friends on a soaring, expressive journey of supernatural wonder.

DARK PLAY OR STORIES FOR BOYS
ByCarlos Murillo
Directed by Tim Altmeyer & Tiza Garland
Nadine McGuire Black Box Theatre
October 1-2 & 5-8 at 7:30 pm
October 3 & 10 at 2:00 pm

A teenage boy's fictional Internet identity begins as a harmless game. But the game takes on a frightening reality when it's overwhelmed by real emotion. When the virtual world and the real one collide, Nick's fantasies of love, intimacy, obsession and betrayal spiral out of control, leading him to the brink of death.

BFA DANCE SHOWCASE
Nadine McGuire Studio G-6
October 28-31
 
This annual Fall Showcase focuses on the highly creative and original choreography of our graduating BFA dance majors, as well as a forum for new works by guest artists and UF dance faculty.  

CITY OF ANGELS
Words & Music By
David Zippel & Cy Coleman
Book by Larry Gelbart
Directed by Tony Mata
Constans Theatre
November 5-6 & 9-12 at 7:30 pm
November 7 & 14 at 2pm
 
A musical that blends two plots, the "real" world of a writer attempting to convert his book into a screenplay, and the "reel" world of an illusory film. A comparatively straightforward missing daughter case becomes something more complex, and it keeps getting more complicated as the author keeps rewriting it.
 
AGBEDIDI
Directed by Mohamed DaCosta
Constans Theatre
December 3-4 at 7:30
December 5 at 2:00 pm
 
Since its first rousing concert on Constans Theatre fifteen years ago, Agbedidi has become synonymous with excellence in West African dance and drumming.  The concert’s continued alliance with New World School of the Arts and its dedication to diversity in the world of dance will continue to shine forth in this year’s offering.  Come and join us in the celebration of live dance, live music and ‘long life’ through the irrepressible power of dance!

THE GRAPES OF WRATH
By John Steinbeck
Adapted by Frank Galati
Directed by Charles Mitchell
Constans Theatre
January 28-29 & February 1-5 at 7:30 pm
January 30 & February 6 at 2:00 pm
 
A destitute family of sharecroppers are cast out from Oklahoma by drought, wretched poverty, and a ever-changing industry. In this bleak situation, they head west for California along with thousands of other "Okies" in search of property, professions and therefore pride.
 
DANCE 2011
Directed by Neta Pulvermacher
Nadine McGuire Black Box Theatre
February 18-19 & 22-26 at 7:30 pm
February 20 & 27 at 2:00 pm
 
Stupendous, hilarious, poignant, and outrageous - a few words that only begin to capture the glory of this highly original work of dance theatre created by New York choreographer and UF faculty member Neta Pulvermacher.  Be prepared for the unusual as you journey through the mysterious, musical, and colorful world of dance.  You should also be ready for an out-of-this-world theatrical experience!


MADWOMAN OF CHAILLOT
By Jean Giraudoux
Adapted by Maurice Valency
Directed by Yanci Bukovec
Nadine McGuire Black Box Theatre
March 18-19 & 22-26 at 7:30 pm
March 20 & 27 at 2:00 pm
 
This poetic satire written by French dramatist Jean Giraudoux in 1943 portrays the life of a woman living in Paris while forced to deal with prudish authority. Described as "one part fantasy, two parts reason" by Theatre Arts Magazine, the play has also been referred to as having "an enveloping and irresistible humor" by the New York Drama Critics' Circle .
 
ROMEO & JULIET
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Judith Williams
Constans Theatre
April 1-2 & 5-7 & 9 at 7:30 pm
April 3 & 10 at 2:00 pm
 
William Shakespeare’s world-renowned tragedy has defined the template for all future love stories. A tale of two star-crossed lovers attempting to remain together against all odds is portrayed in a moving way that allows audience members to sense the heart wrenching emotions felt by the young lovers throughout hurdles with which they are faced. With comical characters to lighten up the tragic storyline, the play is both moving and entertaining and considered one of the greatest written works of all time.
 
BFA DANCE SHOWCASE
Nadine McGuire Studio G-6
April 14-17
 
We offer a variety of programming possibilities during this shows four day run in our studio theatre within the McGuire Pavilion.  Audiences have come to recognize this showcase as the nexus for cutting-edge art for artists on the verge of the new and the wonderful.