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Theatrical dreams do come true at OU!
Sept. 19-22 THE GOLDEN COCKEREL Oct. 4-13 CABARET Oct. 25-Nov. 3 THE WOLVES Nov. 22-Dec. 8 THE NUTCRACKER Jan. 23-26 YOUNG CHOREOGRAPHERS’ SHOWCASE Feb. 7-16 BLOOD WEDDING March 5-8 COSÌ FAN TUTTE
April 3-11 LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL April 24-May 2 CONTEMPORARY DANCE OKLAHOMA
University Theatre is total entertainment!
University Theatre has carefully selected a season of plays, musicals, operas and dance productions that bring fantasy to life for your enjoyment. We showcase the talents of our many student artisans on and off the stage. It’s “Live” theatre at its best right here at the University of Oklahoma.
Pick the package that’s right for you! COMPLETE PACKAGE This package gives you the entire season of “LIVE” theatrical entertainment with nine exciting productions of dance, drama, opera and musical theatre. VARIETY PACKAGE Sample four entertaining productions throughout the season, one each of dance, drama, opera and musical theatre.
Benefits for our valued subscribers! PRIORITY SEATING Subscribers receive first choice of the best seats in the house. GREAT SAVINGS Purchase season tickets and save up to 24% off the single-ticket price. DELIVERY OF TICKETS For your convenience, tickets are mailed directly to you, eliminating waiting in line. EXCLUSIVE EXCHANGE PRIVILEGES Only season subscribers can exchange tickets at no charge.
Welcome from the University Theatre Producer Dear Loyal Theatregoers and Friends, Please accept my thanks on behalf of all at University Theatre for your enthusiastic interest in our students and programs, and our entire season of productions! All of us – designers, directors, technicians, performers, and staff – very much appreciate your attendance at our productions as well as your support of our combined efforts to bring you a season that explores all that a “Theatre of Dreams” can be. Following our highly successful 2018-2019 season, the one that opens in only a few weeks will reveal all that live theatre can bring-from humor to passion, disappointment, joy, optimism, regret and renewal. We invite you to join us in discovering a new script or translation, plot, score, melody, or phrase of choreography. Or, perhaps our “Theatre of Dreams” will reveal a previous favorite reimagined by our talented artistic staff of directors, designers and technicians. From the dark passion of Blood Wedding to the gritty truths of Cabaret, the richly Russian style of The Golden Cockerel, and Tchaikovsky’s soaring melodies of The Nutcracker, our “Theatre of Dreams” intrigues and delights. Add the dynamism and incessant energy of modern dance, the operatic classic Così fan tutte, the delicious humor of Legally Blonde, and The Wolves, the 2017 finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and you have a season worth dreaming about! We are happy to announce that season subscriptions and single ticket sales have taken an upward turn for the past few seasons. Be certain to order your season tickets right away and join us in looking forward to opening night on Sept. 19! See you at University Theatre!
REPLACEMENT TICKETS Should your tickets be lost, replacement tickets are provided as a courtesy.
Professor Mary Margaret Holt Producer, University Theatre Dean, Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts
Wake up, danger awaits!
The Golden Cockerel Composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Libretto by Vladimir Belsky After the poem “The Fairy Tale of the Golden Cockerel” by Alexander Pushkin Jonathan Shames, Artistic Director and Conductor William Ferrara, Stage Director/English translation
8 p.m. Sept. 19, 20, 21 3 p.m. Sept. 22
Reynolds Performing Arts Center Old King Dodo lies awake all night worrying about a surprise attack on his kingdom. One day, a mysterious wizard appears and presents Dodo with a magic rooster that can see for thousands of miles and will crow whenever danger threatens. The delighted King sets the cock on a spire, and the entire kingdom settles down for a long nap. Before long, the cock sounds the alarm, and Dodo sends his less-than-enthusiastic sons off to war. The king goes back to sleep, but soon the cock crows again, and Dodo and his arthritic old Senators reluctantly gather their rusty armor and go off to war themselves. Pushkin’s silly political satire may turn out to be a “wake-up call” for us all! Presented in English. This production is suitable for all audiences.
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Enjoy this Tony Award-winning musical, old chum, come to the cabaret!
Cabaret Book by Joe Masteroff, Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb Directed by Lyn Cramer Music Direction by Paul Christman
8 p.m. Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12 3 p.m. Oct. 6, 13 Elsie C. Brackett Theatre
Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the garish Master of Ceremonies, expatriate entertainer Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd to leave their troubles outside. But, as life in preWorld War II Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through these dangerous times? Masteroff, Kander and Ebb created the musical for the stage based on John Van Druten’s 1951 play I Am a Camera, which was adapted from Christopher Isherwood’s novel Goodbye to Berlin. Cabaret opened on Broadway and in London in 1966, with Broadway revivals in 1987, 1998 and 2014. The original musical garnered eight Tony Awards, an Outer Critics Circle Award, and a New York Drama Critics Circle Award. The 1998 Broadway revival received four Tony Awards, three Drama Desk Awards, and 3 Outer Critics Circle Award. This production contains adult content.
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A delightful meditation on society, sex and soccer.
The Wolves By Sarah DeLappe Directed by Judith Midyett Pender
8 p.m. Oct. 25, 26, 31, Nov. 1, 2 3 p.m. Oct. 27, Nov. 3 Weitzenhoffer Theatre
A girls’ indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals. “DeLappe has created an ensemble of distinct female characters without leaning on romantic partners or traditional feminine tropes to define them.” - Theatremania
This production contains adult content.
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Oklahoma Festival Ballet will enchant audiences with Tchaikovsky’s beloved fairy tale ballet, a holiday favorite!
The Nutcracker Choreographed by Willam Christensen Directed by Michael Bearden
8 p.m. Nov. 22, 24, Dec. 5, 6, 7 3 p.m. Nov. 24, Dec. 7, 8 Elsie C. Brackett Theatre
Once every four years, this magical ballet is brought to stage by the Oklahoma Festival Ballet. Tchaikovsky’s magical score tells the story of Clara, who receives a nutcracker doll during the family’s Christmas Eve celebration. She dreams of a Nutcracker Prince, his fierce battle against the Mouse King and their voyage to the Land of Sweets and the Kingdom of the Sugarplum Fairy. From near and far, characters come to entertain her. Soon the adventure fades away and Clara awakes in her living room wondering if it was all a dream. The School of Dance at OU is honored to present the first American full-length version of this timeless classic. The first performance was in 1944 by the San Francisco Ballet, choreographed by its artistic director and Balanchine student, Willam Christensen. Elegant, expansive and brimming with faultless mastery of technique, this ballet is a must-see production. Young dancers from Norman and the OKC metro area will comprise the children’s cast for this historic production.
photo by Shevaun Williams
This production is suitable for all audiences.
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An entire evening of choreographic premieres you must see!
Young Choreographers’ Showcase 8 p.m. Jan. 23, 24, 25 3 p.m. Jan. 26 Elsie C. Brackett Theatre
Young Choreographers’ Showcase presents youthful imagination and energy with exciting results. Graduate and undergraduate student choreographers whose work has been selected by adjudication create a program of dance styles that cover the entire spectrum of theatrical dance today. With inspiration and collaboration from Helmerich School of Drama student designers, these talented choreographers courageously take their work to the stage, and share their creativity with our audiences.
photo by Sandra Bent
This production is suitable for all audiences.
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A drama of intense family pride and deadly passion.
Blood Wedding By Federico Garcia Lorca Translated by Brendan Kennelly Guest directed by Sara Guerrero
8 p.m. Feb. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 3 p.m. Feb. 9, 16 Weitzenhoffer Theatre
Federico Lorca’s passionate tragedy is set in the U.S. Southwest for this production. It portrays the heated rivalry of two families, and the rivalry of two men for a woman struggling between the attraction of a fiancé, who offers her wealth and peace of mind, in contrast to the more powerful attraction of her ex-lover. When her decision to marry is governed by pride, her wedding preparations are clouded by dark premonitions. This production contains adult content.
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Looks can be deceiving. So can love.
Così fan tutte Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte Jonathan Shames, Artistic Director and Conductor William Ferrara, Stage Director
8 p.m. March 5, 6, 7 3 p.m. March 8
Reynolds Performing Arts Center Mozart’s sparkling music amplifies outrageous humor as well as the heartbreak of da Ponte’s cynical comedy. The story revolves around two wealthy, but rather innocent, young sisters and their fiancés who are enjoying a summer vacation in Venice. Their wedding plans are interrupted when, after a few drinks, the men decide to make a friendly wager: they will test their sweetheart’s fidelity by disguising themselves and wooing each other’s fiancées. Soon, both couples face the unhappy consequences of their cruel game. Presented in Italian with English supertitles.
This production is suitable for all audiences.
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Everyone’s favorite blonde and Malibu fashionista takes Harvard by storm in this award-winning upbeat story of self-discovery.
Legally Blonde The Musical Music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather Hach Directed by Ashton Byrum Musical Direction by Mandy Jiran Choreographed by Karen Boyd Bethel
8 p.m. April 3, 4, 9, 10 3 p.m. April 5, 11 Elsie C. Brackett Theatre
Omigod, You Guys! What a girl won’t do for love! Delta Nu Sorority girl Elle Woods seems to have it all until her boyfriend dumps her to attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back she uses her charm, drive, and imagination to get in to Harvard herself! She quickly turns the Ivy League school on its ear when she arrives from UCLA with her trendy fashion sense and super cute chihuahua, Bruiser. But with the help of some new friends and a Greek chorus of sorority sisters, she learns more about herself than she ever dreamed. Fabulously fun and award-winning, Legally Blonde The Musical is a splendid tribute to girl power. Based on the hit film of the same name, and nominated for seven Tony Awards, this hilarious show challenges stereotypes, sexism, and snobbery with high-energy dances and memorable songs. This production is suitable for all audiences.
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Two guests, three residents, one amazing program!
Contemporary Dance Oklahoma Guest Choreography by Gus Solomons, Jr., and Tommie-Waheed Evans, with School of Dance faculty Austin Hartel, Leslie Kraus and Roxanne Lyst
8 p.m. April 24, 25, 30, May 1 3 p.m. April 26, May 2 Reynolds Performing Arts Center
Contemporary Dance Oklahoma is pleased to welcome guest choreographer and Brackett Distinguished Visiting Artist Gus Solomons, Jr. to present his work, Bothy Breed, as part of the 2020 Main Stage production. Solomons created this charming work at NYU Tisch in 2006 and is pleased to share it with the OU School of Dance. The production also will feature a visually stunning work remounted by Philadelphia-based choreographer Tommie-Waheed Evans titled Near Light. Rounding out the program will be new and restaged works by School of Dance faculty members Austin Hartel, Leslie Kraus and Roxanne Lyst.
photo by Wendy Mutz
This production is suitable for all audiences.
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CHOOSE A SERIES FOR YOUR PACKAGE 1st FRIDAY SERIES - 8 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 20 Cabaret - Oct. 4 The Wolves - Oct. 25 The Nutcracker - Nov. 22 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 24 Blood Wedding - Feb. 7 Così fan tutte - March 6 Legally Blonde - April 3 Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - April 24
1st SATURDAY SERIES - 8 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 21 Cabaret - Oct. 5 The Wolves - Oct. 26 The Nutcracker - Dec. 7 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 25 Blood Wedding - Feb. 8 Così fan tutte - March 7 Legally Blonde - April 4 Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - April 25
1st SUNDAY SERIES - 3 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 22 Cabaret - Oct. 6 The Wolves - Oct. 27 The Nutcracker - Nov. 24 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 26 Blood Wedding - Feb. 9 Così fan tutte - March 8 Legally Blonde - April 5 Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - April 26
2nd FRIDAY SERIES - 8 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 20 Cabaret - Oct. 11 The Wolves - Nov. 1 The Nutcracker - Dec. 6 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 24 Blood Wedding - Feb. 14 Così fan tutte - March 6 Legally Blonde - April 10 Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - May 1
2nd SATURDAY SERIES - 8 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 21 Cabaret - Oct. 12 The Wolves - Nov. 2 The Nutcracker - Dec. 7 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 25 Blood Wedding - Feb. 15 Così fan tutte - March 7 Legally Blonde - April 11*, 3 p.m. Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - May 2*, 3 p.m.
2nd SUNDAY SERIES - 3 p.m.
The Golden Cockerel - Sept. 22 Cabaret - Oct. 13 The Wolves - Nov. 3 The Nutcracker - Dec. 8 Young Choreographers’ Showcase - Jan. 26 Blood Wedding - Feb. 16 Così fan tutte - March 8 Legally Blonde - April 5 Contemporary Dance Oklahoma - April 26
* Denotes change to normal time or day in series.
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