The Green Room / November 2016

WELCOME TO

THE GREEN ROOM

Dan Goble

Director of the School of Music, Theatre and Dance

Jennifer Clary Jacobs Marketing Director

Mike Solo

Publicity and Marketing Manager

Brandon Adams

Publicity and Marketing Assistant

At Colorado State University, we are in the thick of recruiting season. Last Friday, CSU Admissions hosted “Explore CSU Day,” where thousands of high school seniors and their families came to campus for a day of CSU FAQ, tours, and advising. As these eager young women and men ponder how to best spend the next four years of their lives, we are honored and thrilled to be included in their conversation!

Supplementing the broad campus admissions events, the School of Music, Theatre and Dance offers area specific visit and audition days at the University Center for the Arts (UCA) throughout the fall and into Feb. Additionally, we are traveling (or already have), both in and out-of-state, to many conferences and recruiting fairs, including the Colorado Thespian Conference, Colorado Music Educators Association Convention, Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Texas Music Educators Association Conference, North Texas Drama Auditions, National Association for College Admission Counseling Performing and Visual Arts Fairs, and the Colorado Dance Education Organization Conference.

Targeted opportunities to speak with prospective students are the highlight of our recruiting season. The inquisitive and thoughtful questions, as well as skillful auditions, are a testament not only to the students themselves, but their teachers and families. We are always hopeful and confident that we can meet their educational expectations and that they will join our performing and visual arts family at the UCA. If you (or someone you know) would like more information about any of our visit and audition days, please visit www.smtd.colostate.edu and click on “admissions.”

If you’ve been able to attend a concert, production, or exhibition this fall, we thank you! There are many tremendous events happening in the coming weeks, including the Ralph Opera Program production of Die Fledermaus by Johan Strauss II, the Fall Dance Concert, the theatre production of Noises Off by Michael Frayn, and many jazz, band, orchestra, and vocal concerts.

A Nov. note would not be complete without expressing our genuine gratitude for all of you – students, alums, patrons, donors, and employees alike – for being a part of our UCA experience. We would be grateful to interact with you soon. Happy Thanksgiving!

Sincerely, Jennifer Clary Jacobs, Director of Marketing, University Center for the Arts

THIS IS YOUR UCA

TABLE OF TICKETS Online Sales: CSUArtsTickets.com Ticket Office: Griffin Lobby, University Center for the Arts (UCA) Spring 2015 Ticket Office Hours: M–F, 3:30–5:30 p.m., and 60 minutes prior to performances Information: (970) 491-ARTS (2787) / Email: CSUArts@colostate.edu Group rate: 15% off on ten or more tickets, applied at the time of purchase Tickets may be purchased, both online and at the UCA Ticket Office until 30 minutes after curtain. Print-at-home tickets are available online. All tickets are subject to a $1 ticket fee for both online and at-the-door purchases. At-the-door and phone purchases will incur a $3 processing fee per order. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended to avoid lines and the at-the-door fee.

Purchase Policy: All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Seating after the start of any performance is at the discretion of the house manager.

Photography and recording of performances are strictly prohibited. Food and beverages prohibited in all theatres. Parents with disruptive children may be asked to excuse themselves if the performance is disturbed without refund.

CONTENTS National Dance Education Conference.......... 05 Polaris String Quartet........................................ 14 Ralph Opera Presents: Die Fledermaus......... 17 For Doors and Sardines: Noises Off............... 22 Paul Haung.......................................................... 26 Fall Dance Concert............................................. 29 Guest Artist Jan Johnson.................................. 32 Farewell Hughes................................................. 37 Student Profile: Gregory Marxen..................... 52 Class Notes.......................................................... 53 Upcoming Music Events.................................... 54

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BY AMINTA REMISOSKY, CSU DANCE MAJOR

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ver the second weekend in Oct., the eighteenth annual National Dance Education Organization Conference was held in Washington, D.C. With the intent to inspire the dance arts to do even more for students across the country, the theme was “Speaking with Our Feet: Advocating, Analyzing, and Advancing Dance Ed-

ucation.” Hundreds of dancers and dance educators gathered together to learn and share everything there is to know about dance education; the attendees ranged from professors in higher education, private studio owners, undergraduate and graduate students, public school teachers in K-12, and those working in-between or across multiple areas. Everyone was there to learn how to improve their programs, or themselves, to become the best dance educators possible.

Through three intense days, more than one hundred and fifty sessions were held, including workshops, panel discussions, research paper presentations, and master classes. There were performances and dinners, and seemingly too little time to meet people from every aspect of dance. The topics were just as diverse as the attendees and included interesting concepts like: “Teaching Body Positivity Through Dance,” “Introducing Laban Movement Analysis,” “Using Choreographic Technique in Filmmaking,” “Benefits of a Structured Onsite Healthcare System,” and so many more.

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Coming home with a journal full of notes, and a head swimming with ideas, I felt that the weekend was an overwhelming wonder. — AMINTA REMISOSKY

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ballrooms, people felt a palpable energy. Individuals were scooting their chairs closer to the panel desks, taking up every inch of floor space in movement classes, and writing ferociously to keep up with the never ending stream of information being communicated.

There was a completely open sharing of information because no one wanted to keep their good news, new research, or working method to themselves – they just wanted to tell as many people as possible. Each presenter made time for individuals with more specific questions or who needed to express their appreciation and interest. Every discussion was unguarded and substantial, most including opposing viewpoints and diverse ideas that added to the variety of information.

Helping to organize and inspire this professional development opportunity, CSU Dance Professor Lisa Morgan accompanied, for the first time ever, four Colorado State University dance major students. With department backing and gracious support from the SLICE Travel Grant, the five CSU ambassadors were able to soak up an incredible

amount of knowledge. This conference is definitely not just for

For me, the experience was enlightening in many ways. The

current professionals, but hopeful ones as well.

most immediate and practical way was networking with potential employers. As a senior, I will be entering the job mar-

Some sessions were focused specifically on the student, but all

ket next year, and connecting with fellow teachers that could

had something a future teacher and current student could take

recommend or hire me was priceless. On a more personal

away. An example is the necessity for artists to be able to ver-

level the diversity of the sessions helped me focus my inter-

bally advocate for themselves, beyond visually demonstrating

ests. Learning that while research and data collection is not

their skills. This may seem intuitive, but dance is still strug-

my thing, the power of improvisation to broaden student ed-

gling for recognized legitimacy, and dance teachers have to be

ucation is incredibly compelling; this realization will help me

advocates for themselves, and their art, in a way other aspects

concentrate my future education plans, and is helpful to my

of education do not. Learning about this important facet, in

job search, where I hope to find one that allows for this path

a memorable and tangible way, means students can improve

of interest.

their ability to describe their own diverse talents without having to learn by trials and mistakes. This is one of a hundred

It was also inspiring to see other college programs that are ma-

examples of the usefulness this conference provided for stu-

ture beyond that of ours at CSU, as well as those not yet to the

dents, as well as professionals.

same point. Each program has its own feel and individuality,

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but all have a passion for providing the best dance education possible. It was like seeing what could be coming in the future, and, simultaneously, a grateful look at where everything started. Coming home with a journal full of notes, and a head swimming with ideas, I felt that the weekend was an overwhelming wonder.

While this is the first year CSU students have attended the National Dance Education Organizations Conference, it surely will not be the last. It is a great opportunity for teachers and students to learn more about advancing the arts in schools, become inspired to improve themselves and their programs, and forge connections in a di-

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(LEFT) Emily LaCourse, Tiana Snow, Professor Lisa Morgan, Aminta Remisosky, and Sean McCombs pose on the steps of the Jefferson Memorial.

(RIGHT) (Left to Right) Sean McCombs, Tiana Snow, Emily LaCourse, Professor Lisa Morgan, and Aminta Remisosky say goodbye at the end of a wonderful weekend!

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Conference participants perform the Movement Sentence Choir on the last day of the conference, including CSU Students Aminta Remisosky, Sean McCombs, and Emily LaCourse.

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RON FRANCOIS

CSU FACU LTY VI O LI N SILVANA SANTINELLI

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CHRISTOPHER LUTHER, Violin and CHARLES TUCKER, Cello

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Polaris String Quartet Concert

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For some, the thought of performing on stage with only a small handful of people may be nightmarish, as they are left to play their part alone. But for the Polaris String Quartet, it’s all in a day’s work.

According to Miller, performing in a small ensemble is “the ultimate personal music making experience” for string players. As each musician is wholly responsible for learning their music, it allows them to make musical decisions individually, to become more intimate with the repertoire, and explore deeper into the composer’s intent.

The repertoire for this concert, which will take place on Nov. 2, 2016, includes Beethoven and Dvorak, and was selected entirely by the quartet’s graduate students.

Each member of the quartet, Miller states, “brings their own strong personalities to the group, along with a good sense of humor.” Zamario, Lu, Ferguson, and Bernhardt have all dedicated themselves to each other and to the hard work it takes to perform in a chamber ensemble.

Miller’s hope for this performance is that the Polaris String Quartet can share with the audience the joy of making music.

November 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Organ Recital Hall

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The ensemble of graduate students is comprised of violinists Paola Zamario and Lily Lu, violist Chealsea Bernhardt, and cellist Victoria Ferguson, all of whom perform under the guidance of Professor Margaret Miller, special assistant professor of viola and coordinator of the Graduate String Program.

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RALPH OPERA PROGRAM

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“This is a very popular, timeless piece with melodies the audience will whistle as they leave the theatre” – TIFFANY BLAKE

RALPH OPERA PROGRAM PRESENTS:

Die Fledermaus “Happy are those who forget that which cannot be changed.” Wrapped within a flurry of colorful characters, interjected musical numbers, and the setting of a masked ball, this line from Johann Strauss II’s Die Fledermaus encapsulates the theme of the piece, one that suggests that we can choose singing, drinking, and dancing to escape life’s problems.

It is New Year’s Eve in 1899 Vienna, and a man stands outside an apartment serenading the love of his life. She, however, is married to another man who flirts often with other women. An elegant masked ball is being hosted this very night, setting the perfect scene for people to spy, uncover truths, reconnect with old flames, and maybe even get thrown in jail. We do not want to give too much away, as this is certainly an opera you will want to see unfold before your own eyes.

Now, we know what many of you may be thinking…that opera is not really your thing. It is true, opera is not always seen as the most accessible art form for wide arrays

of audiences, but this piece may just change your mind.

“This is a very popular, timeless piece with melodies the audience will whistle as they leave the theatre,” says Dr. Tiffany Blake, director of CSU’s Ralph Opera Program and this performance. Die Fledermaus is what’s known as an operetta, meaning musical numbers are interspersed throughout spoken dialogue. In this way, modern day musical theatre mimics the layout and feel of an operetta, allowing audiences to connect with it more easily. With singing, dancing, magical costuming by Maile Speetjens, and a beautiful set seemingly pulled straight from 19th century Vienna by Zhanna Gurvich, audiences will have no problem finding a connection.

Do not miss out on your chance to be part of this breathtaking, timeless operetta experience presented by the Ralph Opera Program. Performances take place in the Griffin Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3, 4, and 5, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 6.

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BY LAUREN SCOTT / PHOTOS BY JOHN EISELE

Anyaleen Bradley as Rosalinde, and Schyler Vargas as Gabriel von Eisenstein

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(TOP LEFT) Schyler Vargas as Gabriel von Eisenstein, Younwoo Seo as Adele, and Anyaleen Bradley as Rosalinde (BOTTOM LEFT) Christian Gibbs as Alfred, and Matt Giallongo as Frank (RIGHT) Schyler Vargas as Gabriel von Eisenstein and Dominic Aragon as Falke

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Featured dancers Hayley Voss, Andrew Wallace, Emma Genell, and Adrienne Harlow, with Nick Louis as Frosch

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THE STORY BEHIND THE CURTAIN

by Lauren Scott

From experience, I can say that backstage shenanigans are truly a show in and of themselves, but Noises Off by Michael Frayn takes it to a whole new level.

It’s a typical Monday in 1980s London, and a dress rehearsal is under way for ‘Nothing On’ – the play that is the subject of Noises Off. As an observer, however, you would never believe ‘Nothing On’ is just hours away from dropping the curtain to an audience. Actors are honestly baffled by what they bring onstage and off – “I take the sardines. No, I leave the sardines. No, I take the sardines,” – where they enter and exit, and even what words they need to be putting together, or as Dotty puts it, “I open my mouth and I never know if it’s going to come out three oranges or two lemons and a banana.”

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The set is put together, the lights are warmed up, the actors are in their dressing rooms preparing for the show, and props are being set by crew members. The audience walks in, excited for a good laugh from a new show called ‘Nothing On.' The excitement is palpable as the lights dim in anticipation of the first actor’s entrance and the ensuing events soon to unfold. The audience believes this just may be the greatest show they’ve ever seen. Little do they know that the real show, full of absurdity, drama, and hysteria, is happening just off stage.

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Somehow the show must go on, but, unfortunately for this show, a whole month quickly passes and the performance is still in shambles; however, the show backstage is just starting to heat up. Will each actor’s drastically contrasting personalities on and off stage continue to bring ‘Nothing On’ to a messy end, or will the cast finally pull it together?

It’s up to you to see the CSU production of Noises Off in order to find out how the cast of ‘Nothing On’ finishes their ten-week run.

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Zack Rickert, junior theatre major, who plays ‘Nothing On’ director Lloyd, describes the show as “a play within a play where everything goes wrong.” Given this, Noises Off is fast moving and keeps actors and audiences on their toes. Frayn’s work is certainly a test for these university actors. As Director Eric Prince explains, “the play is a wonderful vehicle for ensemble acting. It is a real tribute to the art of the actor.”

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This style of farce is often neglected in university settings, so it’s an important test for the cast, designers, and crew. As costume designer Dani Crosson clarifies, from a technical standpoint, “…the farce is incorporated really well with both on and offstage action.” She continues, expressing excitement in this opportunity to “mix comedic farce with historic costuming.”

This is a very special piece of theatre that certainly should not be missed. There are seven chances to see Noises Off in the University Theatre, showing Nov. 11, 12, 17, 18, and 19 at 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 13 and 20 at 2 p.m.

And be sure to keep an eye out for the sardines!

Dotty: And I take the sardines. No, I leave the sardines. No, I take the sardines.

Lloyd: You leave the sardines and you hang up the phone.

Dotty: Yes, right. I hang up the phone.

Lloyd: And you leave the sardines.

Dotty: I leave the sardines?

Lloyd: You leave the sardines.

Dotty: I hang up the phone and I leave the sardines?

Lloyd: Right!

Dotty: We've changed that, have we, dear?

Lloyd: No, dear...

Dotty: That's what I've always been doing?

Dotty: Well, how about the words, dear, am I getting some of them right?

Lloyd: Some of them have a very familiar ring.

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Tony, Emmy, Critics’ Circle, and six times London Evening Standard Award-winning writer Michael Frayn’s plays include Donkey’s Years, Alarms and Excursions, Democracy, and Copenhagen. Noises Off was awarded the British Olivier and Evening Standard Award for Best Comedy when first presented in 1982.

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The Taiwanese-American, who first began learning violin at the age of seven, is just in his mid-twenties and establishing the potential of his career. Huang is known by many for his expressiveness, distinctive sound, and effortless virtuosity.

But is it really effortless? Any musician knows that in order to put on a good performance, they must practice, practice, and practice some more. Talent only ever got anyone so far, and skill takes time to build. Perhaps it really doesn’t take Huang much - if any effort to cast his musical spell. Or perhaps he does an incredible job of making what he does look easy.

The Washington Post claims that Huang is “an artist with the goods for a significant career,” and with the several accolades he has received in his time as a violinist, it’s clear why. Luckily, Huang comes to perform as part of the Classical Convergence Concert Series – co-presented by the School of Music, Theatre and Dance and the Fort Collins Lincoln Center – on Friday, Nov. 11, giving us all the opportunity to see a modern-day virtuoso at work.

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LL DANCE CONCERT Ormao originates from an ancient Greek term meaning “movement with force.” This is exactly the style that will grace the stage at the University Dance Theater this Nov. The pride of Colorado Springs, Colo., Ormao Dance Company embodies the Greek term they are named after, embracing diversity, energy, and community into every one of their modern dance performances and classes. Partnering with students and faculty of Colorado State University Dance, the 2016 Fall Dance Concert promises to be an extraordinary display of both classical and contemporary movement.

Jan Johnson stepped into the dance world with her first class taking place in the elementary school gym. And like many young and upcoming dancers, she wondered when the ‘real dancing’ would begin as she simply following the teacher’s movements. After committing more time to gymnastics, Johnson returned to the dance world a few years later, this time completely falling in love.

Now the founder of Ormao Dance Company, Johnson brings a long awaited level of professional contemporary dance to the Colorado Springs community. She has always been focused on giving young and upcoming dancers, teachers, and choreographers abundant opportunities to grow their craft and passion for dance. She has built the company to be as inclusive as possible, fostering a deep-rooted company culture, blending artistic expression and brilliant technical skills.

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Along with CSU dance students and faculty, Johnson put together a work titled “Absolution,” set as the centerpiece for the concert. The piece investigates a struggle faced by every person: the ability to release ourselves from the things that no longer serve us in our lives. Set to contemporary composer Eric Whitacre’s musical score Cloudburst, the dancers go through a series of anticipation, cleansing, and reflection in their quest to let go of the thoughts and relationships that are no longer necessary.

This is not a new theme for Johnson, but rather one she comes back to often.

Her goal in sharing this work with the students was to fuse her own movement vocabulary with theirs. “I want to find the unique qualities in each dancer,” explains Johnson. “To explore their life experiences and draw that into my choreography.”

Expect yourself to experience these moments of struggle and triumph along with the dancers in a compelling artistic performance. Get your tickets now for the 2016 Fall Dance Concert, held in the University Dance Theater on Nov. 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Nov. 12.

(LEFT) Elyse Devos from Lauren Kotre’s piece “The View from Here” performed at the 2014 Fall Dance Concert (RIGHT) Mohammed York and Katelyn Doyle perform professor Chung-Fu Chang’s piece “Sheltering” at the 2015 Fall Dance Concert

“I want to find the unique qualities in each dancer, to explore their life experiences and draw that into my choreography.”

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Like so many young girls, Janet begged her parents for dance classes so they enrolled her in a class being held in her elementary school gym. She found herself in a class, standing in perfect rows, practicing ballet port de bra arm positions and miserable, wondering when the ‘dancing’ would begin! So she complained to her parents that her ‘arms got tired’ and wanted to quit and try gymnastics instead…oh the logic of young children. After years of gymnastics, her coach convinced her that more dance classes would support her floor exercise routines. She found a great dance teacher, ended up falling in love with dance and the rest is history.

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Janet considers herself a movement junkie, always loving physical activity to express herself, from all forms of dance to skiing, bicycling, hiking, snowshoeing, gymnastics, Brazilian capoeira, and running. Her two primary influences for choreographic themes stem from her obvious love for nature and her passion for studying relationships and the human condition.

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, historically a school of modern dance philosophy, Janet moved to Colorado Springs seeking like-minded dancers and an opportunity to perform. After years of seeking, she decided to follow this question ‘If I build it, will they come?’ and went to work founding Ormao Dance Company in 1990. Celebrating their 25th Anniversary Season, Ormao has brought a longed for level of professional modern dancers to the Pikes Peak Region and provided nationally recognized as well as young, emerging choreographers fertile ground to launch exciting new works.

HER MORE RECENT AWARDS INCLUDE: 2010 Bee Vradenburg Foundation’s ‘Bee an Arts Champion’ 2012 Pikes Peak Arts Council Award - Best Choreography for ‘Worn Thin’ 2014 Pikes Peak Arts Council Award - Best Collaboration for ‘Protest’ Janet would like to personally invite you to come support the future of dance by attending the Fall Dance Concert. In case you are wondering, her ‘arms do not get tired’ anymore!

A scene from choreographer Chung-Fu Chang’s “Paper Cranes,” a work featured in Ormao Dance Company’s 25th anniversary showcase, “Recollective.”

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BassoonaRAMa 2016

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Guest Artist: DR. ALBIE MICKLICH Bassoon Professor at Arizona State University Friday, NOV. 18, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Masterclasses, lectures/demos, Bassoon Band (bring your instrument), and recital Registration Fee: $35 (early registration $30 by Nov. 1), includes t-shirt and lunch Register online: music.colostate.edu/workshops-camps University Center for the Arts, 1400 Remington St. Sponsored in part by the Lilla B. Morgan Memorial Fund.

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Marching Band Members of All Ages Send Off Hughes Stadium //////////// photos by Jennifer Clary Jacobs

To be a part of Alumni Marching Band activities in the future, contact Brandon Adams at brandon.adams@colostate.edu

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n Oct. 8, Alumni of the Colorado State University Marching Band gathered together for the 2016 Homecoming and Family Weekend. In total, 42 alumni, graduating as far back as 1964, returned home to say farewell to Hughes Stadium and celebrate together. Throughout the day, the alumni had the opportunity to rehearse, perform with the current CSU Marching Band for pregame and halftime, and even witness a marriage proposal! Our special alumni guests were Janet and Allan Eddy, who were our band coordinator and announcer, respectively, during the mid-eighties to early nineties. AdditionallyRyan Deming and Deandra Gardner got engaged during rehearsal! We really enjoy this annual day with our alums, and CSU won the game 31-24!

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(LEFT) Alumnni Marching Band at halftime (RIGHT, TOP LEFT) Ryan Deming proposes to Deandra Gardner...

(TOP RIGHT) ... she said yes!

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HOUSING AND MEALS Accommodations include student residences or furnished apartments located in Central London. Shared kitchen facilities are fully

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Your support allows one of these gifted students to pursue their dreams of artistic and academic excellence.

To learn more about the program, please visit uca.colostate.edu/giving or call (970) 491-3558

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WHEN YOU CHAMPION A STUDENT IN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS, YOU CHAMPION THAT STUDENT’S DREAMS AND ASPIRATIONS OF A CAREER IN THE VAST AND GROWING FIELD KNOWN AS THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.

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BY JESSICA PEPPARD School of Music, Theatre and Dance Marketing Intern There are college students, then there are the performing arts college students…the University Center for the Arts is home for all of the music, theatre, and dance students at Colorado State University. There is arguably no other place on campus where you can find yourself surrounded by so much artistic creativity and passion. Each student has their own unique story about how they got here, and where they want to go after graduation.

If you’ve spent any time around the University Center for the Arts (UCA), you may have come across a juggling French horn player! Gregory Marxen is a fifth year music education major and calls the UCA home. Gregory’s inspiration to study music education came from his high school band director, Mr. Darren Delaup of Mountain Vista High School, who let Gregory do some conducting during his senior year; the opportunity sparked his interest for a career in music. With his degree, he wants to teach and inspire students to discover who they truly are, and what they are capable of. A part of Gregory’s educational philosophy is to give students opportunities to grow, as

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musicians and as people, by challenging their beliefs through human experiences.

This semester, Gregory has been student teaching at a Blevins Middle School. Student teaching has been an adventure he did not expect to enjoy so much. One of his favorite experiences was taking his 8th grade students to play with Rocky Mountain High School’s spirit band at a football game. While there, he encouraged his students to meet and build relationships with their future high school band family.

After graduation, Gregory plans on substitute teaching in the Poudre School District until he finds a full-time position. He is also considering pursing a Master’s degree in either conducting or education.

Gregory is just one of the many music, theatre, and dance majors at Colorado State University. Next time you find yourself at the UCA, take a moment to listen to someone's story.

You never know what you might find!

MacKenzie Mulligan, 2014, B.A. Theatre, is currently working fulltime at the historical Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Va. where she serves as the Stage 2 electrician, and one of two lighting designers for the Barter Players. In her time at Barter, MacKenzie has worked with the electrics team to bring about some incredible shows including the first regional premiere of Mama Mia!, A Night with Janis Joplin, and the US debut of Peter James’ The Perfect Murder. Before working for Barter, MacKenzie worked with Rhino Staging and Productions as a lighting technician and stage hand on many large scale tours as they passed through the Denver area, including Lady Gaga, Aerosmith, Train, Bruno Mars, and Cavalia’s Odysseo.

Anna Haschke, 2014, B.A. English Since I graduated from CSU, I have taught at two different schools (and districts) teaching freshman, sophomore, and junior level English courses. I am currently live in Castle Rock, Colo., and teach at Elizabeth High School. In addition to the courses I teach, I also help with student council and the school’s marching band, which is under the direction of my best friend, Megan O’Connor, another CSU alum. When I’m not teaching or helping with marching band, I spend my time enjoying the great outdoors and touring craft breweries with my boyfriend, Evan Johnson.

To submit your Class Note:

Email Brandon Adams at brandon.adams@colostate.edu

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Grady Soapes, 2009, B.A. Performing Arts, is a choreographer, teaching artist, and performer based out of Denver, Colo. Notable choreography credits include As You Like It, Drag Machine, and Lord of the Butterflies (Denver Center for the Performing Arts), as well as associate choreographer for The Music Man, directed by Otis Sallid (Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp).

Former choreographer-in-residence at CSU, Grady choreographed the 2016 Colorado Shakespeare Festival’s Comedy of Errors. His performance credits include five seasons with 3rd Law/Dance Theater, the International Festival of Contemporary Dance in Merida, Mexico (choreographed by Chung-Fu Chang), the Illinois Ballet, and David Taylor’s American in Paris and Seasons. Mr. Soapes currently resides as an instructor with Belliston Ballet, and as the artistic coordinator and teaching artist for the Denver Center for Performing Arts.

James Baumgardner, 2009, B.A. Music After completion of a Master’s program at the University of Colorado, James has built an international career spanning three continents.

In 2008 and 2009, James was an apprentice with Central City Opera and then joined the apprentice artist program in Santa Fe for their 2010 season where he covered the role of Nathanael in The Tales of Hoffman.

After Santa Fe, James and his wife Lindsey moved to New York City where he sang the roles of Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly, Ferrando in Cosi fan tutte, Il Conte di Almaviva in Barber of Seville, and Tonio in The Daughter of the Regiment, among other roles. with a number of New York based companies. James also sang the role of Tonio in Opera Fort Collins’ 2012 season (pictuted). In 2013, James was given the privilege to perform his European debut in Vienna, Austria as a member of Opera Moderne and Klangforum Wien’s production of Viktor Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis. After three wonderful years in New York, James and Lindsey were given the greatest gift of their first baby, Caleb, and decided to move back to beautiful Colo. Since then, James has worked with choirs of all levels and as a local voice teacher, as well as continuing to sing regionally in large concert works and with the Central City Opera education programs. Most recently, he was the tenor soloist for the Jefferson Symphony’s Verdi Requiem. He also performs with the internationally recognized gospel quartet, Legacy, which toured South Korea for the seventh time this past Nov., and will release their Christmas album recorded at Paragon Studios in Nashville this coming Oct. Find out more at jamesbaumgardner.com

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NOVEMBER MUSIC PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS Polaris String Quartet Concert

November 2, 7:30 p.m.

ORH, UCA

Virtuoso Series Concert / Duo Francois, Violin & Piano

November 7, 7:30 p.m.

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Classical Convergence / Paul Huang

November 11, 7:30 p.m.

ORH, UCA

It Could Be Anything! Concert

November 13, 7:30 p.m.

ORH, UCA

Virtuoso Series Concert / Faculty Chamber Music

November 14, 7:30 p.m.

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Woodwind Area Recital / FREE

November 15, 7:30 p.m.

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Voice Area Recital / FREE

November 16, 7:30 p.m.

ORH, UCA

Jazz Ensembles Concert

November 17, 7:30 p.m.

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Elementary Choir Festival Concert

November 18, 6:30 p.m.

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Guest Artist Concert / Jennifer Dugle Kummer, Horn / FREE

November 29, 6 p.m.

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Parade of Lights Preview / FREE

December 1, 6 p.m.

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Holiday Spectacular

December 3, 2 p.m., 7 p.m.

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Concert Orchestra Concert / FREE

December 4, 7:30 p.m.

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Jazz Combos Concert

December 5, 7:30 p.m.

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Violin Studio Recital / FREE

December 6, 7:30 p.m.

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Graduate String Quartet / FREE

December 7, 7:30 p.m.

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Violin Studio Recital / FREE

December 8, 7:30 p.m.

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Symphonic Band Concert

December 8, 7:30 p.m.

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Cavarra Organ Series / Isabelle Demers, Organ

December 9, 7:30 p.m.

ORH, UCA

Wind Symphony Concert

December 9, 7:30 p.m.

GCH, UCA

Honor Band Festival Concert

December 10, 2 p.m.

GCH, UCA

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FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, CSU STUDENTS CAN ATTEND ANY MUSIC, THEATRE, OR DANCE PERFORMANCE*

FOR FREE.

charge ticket to all music, theatre, and dance department events at the UCA. Tickets are available in-person at the UCA Ticket Office, both in advance or at-the-door. A valid RAMCard must be presented for ticket redemption. Tickets are limited to one (1) per student for each performance/series of performances (i.e. multiple theatre or dance performances of the same show). Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Excludes Classical Convergence and community produced events.

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SPECTACULAR Kick off the holiday season with our family-friendly and popular annual presentation! Featuring performances from the CSU Symphony Orchestra and Choirs, faculty soloists, and a visit from Santa, this charming evening of traditional, secular, and sacred holiday music is a celebration of community, and includes something for all ages to enjoy.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2 P.M. AND 7 P.M. GRIFFIN CONCERT HALL, UCA Youth (under 18) $10 / CSU Students NO CHARGE / Adults $22

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