2018 - 19 Season Brochure

THE SCHOOL OF THEATRE AT FLORIDA STATE

2018-2019

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

WE

at the School of Theatre are excited about the upcoming season and invite you to join us for this exploration. We are committed to a learning environment that builds on our rich past as it enters a new year –– encouraging excellence, imagination, artistry, and leadership to empower our students to create the theatre of the future.

As we embark on our 45th season, we hope that you will take great pleasure in exploring our productions. From the underworld to the end of the world, second chances and re-writing the rules, there is something for everyone this season. There is plenty of love to go around as well. Love of dancing, romantic love, and of course, the love of all things pink. We hope you will join us, lose yourself in the shows, and be the better for it.

Our ability to present theatre in meaningful ways depends on the deep and continued generosity of YOU—our patrons, donors, and community. It is fitting to take this moment to thank each of you for your varied and deep individual connections and financial contributions to the School of Theatre.

Thank you so much for being a part of the arts in Tallahassee and especially with us here at the School of Theatre. The curtain is going up, and you won’t want to miss a moment.

Cameron Jackson Executive Director The School of Theatre at Florida State

OUR

EURYDICE Lab Theatre October 5 - 14 SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Fallon Theatre October 19 - 28 A NEW BRAIN Lab Theatre November 2 - 11 PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL Fallon Theatre November 15 - 18 HAIRSPRAY THE BROADWAY MUSICAL Fallon Theatre February 15 - 24 MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY Lab Theatre April 5 - 14

EURYDICE

By Sarah Ruhl “EURYDICE” IS PRESENTED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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oments after saying “I do,” Orpheus’s bride draws her last breath. Ripped from her beloved Orpheus and taken to the underworld, Eurydice struggles to decide between life on earth with her husband or death in the underworld with her father. Descend into this fantastical reimagining of the classic Greek myth where gods are cheeky boys on bicycles and the only way to get there is by elevator. Complete with dark humor and wit, it is sure to have you laughing and on the edge of your seat just dying to know what happens after “till death do us part.”

10.5 - 10.14 Lab Theatre

5* fri 8pm

6 sat 8pm

7 sun 2pm

10 wed 8pm

12 fri 8pm

13 sat 8pm

14 sun 2pm

OCTOBER

11 thu 8pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard and adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, with music by Paddy Cunneen “SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE,” IS PRESENTED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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n debt to two demanding producers, a young William Shakespeare is in desperate need of inspiration. His current production of Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate’s Daughter is floundering until he falls for Viola, a headstrong noblewoman with a huge secret. Hilarity ensues as their budding romance meets complications. Find out how Romeo and Ethel transformed into a timeless classic in the stage adaptation of the Academy Award-winning romantic comedy, Shakespeare in Love.

10.19 - 10.28 Fallon Theatre

19 * fri 8pm

20 sat 8pm

21 sun 2pm

24 wed 8pm

26 fri 8pm

27 sat 8pm

28 sun 2pm

OCTOBER

25 thu 8pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

A NEW BRAIN Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by William Finn and James Lapine “A NEW BRAIN,” IS PRESENTED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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ordon Michael Schwinn is a frustrated children’s television composer who is sick and tired of writing songs for a dancing frog. He begins to contemplate why he is continuously sacrificing his artistic integrity to pay the bills. That is, until a surprise medical diagnosis forces Gordon to confront the reality of his life and his songs left unwritten. This lively and vigorous musical is based on the life of its composer William Finn, what it might look like to have a second chance, and the healing power of music.

11.2 - 11.11 Lab Theatre

2* fri 8pm

3 sat 2pm 8pm

4 sun 2pm

7 wed 8pm

9 fri 8pm

10 sat 2pm 8pm

11 sun 2pm

NOVEMBER

8 thu 8pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL Book by Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann Music by John Gregor Lyrics by John Gregor, Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann Based on the book “Pinkalicious” by Victoria Kann & Elizabeth Kann PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL IS PRESENTED THROUGH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH AND ALL AUTHORIZED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS ARE SUPPLIED BY THEATRICAL RIGHTS WORLDWIDE, 1180 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, 8TH FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY 10036. (866) 378-9758 WWW.THEATRICALRIGHTS.COM

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he loves pink, especially in cupcakes. If her parents would let her, she would eat pink cupcakes for every meal. When she eats nothing but cupcakes, it leads to a case of Pinkititis turning her pink from head to toe. With a sprinkle of help from her younger brother, she just might be able to concoct the perfect recipe to turn it all around. Based on the popular children’s book, Pinkalicious The Musical is filled with a ton of heart and pink to match!

11.15 - 11.18 NOVEMBER

Fallon Theatre 15* thu 7pm

16 fri 7pm

17 sat 2pm 7pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

18 sun 2pm 4pm

HAIRSPRAY THE BROADWAY MUSICAL

Book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan Music by Marc Shaiman Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters “HAIRSPRAY” IS PRESENTED THROUGH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI).

ALL AUTHORIZED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS ARE ALSO SUPPLIED BY MTI, 423 WEST 55TH STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10019 TEL.: (212) 541-4684 FAX: (212) 397-4684 WWW.MTISHOWS.COM

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t’s 1962 and change is coming. Tracy Turnblad is a loveable, plus-sized teen with big hair and an even bigger heart, who has always dreamed of dancing on “Corny Collins Show.” When her bold moves catch Corny Collin’s eye, she is transformed overnight from a nobody to a celebrity. Along with her new friends, Tracy begins to break the mold and challenge the social prejudices of race and beauty as she seeks to integrate the show, the city, and perhaps, the world. You can’t stop the beat with this smash-hit musical comedy.

2.15 - 2.24 Fallon Theatre

15 * fri 8pm

16 sat 2pm 8pm

17 sun 2pm

20 wed 8pm

22 fri 8pm

23 sat 2pm 8pm

24 sun 2pm

FEBRUARY

21 thu 8pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

MR. BURNS,

A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY

By Anne Washburn Score by Michael Friedman Lyrics by Anne Washburn “MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY” IS PRESENTED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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n a post-apocalyptic world, the survivors share a campfire and struggle to find a way to connect with each other. TV emerges as the shared experience for this ragtag group. Over the course of 82 years, a new vision of society emerges through “The Simpsons” and other snippets of jingles, commercials, sitcoms, and pop songs. Come explore this fragile society striving to hold onto its past while stumbling into a future.

4.5 - 4.14 Lab Theatre

5* fri 8pm

6 sat 8pm

7 sun 2pm

10 wed 8pm

12 fri 8pm

13 sat 8pm

14 sun 2pm

APRIL

11 thu 8pm

* PATRONS/OPENING NIGHT

OTHER EVENTS

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ACT II November 9 – 11 February 22 – 24 | April 12 – 14 For just over forty years, the School of Theatre has offered a vibrant and successful main stage season for the general public, which serves as a laboratory for our students. Our new Act II season will push our students beyond the rigors of a traditional canon to explore the experimental, cutting edge, and truly diffcult. The choice of material will be more challenging either in its content or structure or perhaps in its staging. In Act II, we will push the envelope and grow to the next level of professional theatre training.

An audience is the final element needed in the creation of theatre.

Please join us to see what’s next!

NEW HORIZONS Original Works Festival April 18 – 21 A must-see event each season, New Horizons connects the directors, actors, and audience in a unique experience of creation and discovery. Join in the discovery, and lend your voice to the creation of new American theatre.

BENEFIT CONCERT December 15 For the past 11 years, the School of Theatre has offered a special concert and reception to raise money for student scholarships and the senior showcases. These concerts highlight the talent of our current students and unite them with our accomplished alumni.

SENIOR SHOWCASE April 30 The Patrons Association is excited to showcase the stars of tomorrow for you today at our annual Senior Showcase Fundraiser.

This event provides a sneak preview of the School’s graduating Music Theatre and Acting students before they are introduced to industry professionals in New York, Los Angeles and around the world. The proceeds from this event assist with the financial costs of showcasing these graduating students as they begin the next chapter of their careers.

PATRONS ASSOCIATION THE PATRONS ASSOCIATION

provides support for student scholarships as well as valuable assistance to support performances and programs that enrich the lives of all students and community members. ­This year, the Patrons Association raised more than $40,000 towards student scholarships and recruitment.

We hope you will consider becoming a Patron today!

PATRONS ASSOCIATION BENEFITS

BY JOINING THE PATRONS ASSOCIATION, YOU WILL RECEIVE BENEFITS AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY TO MEMBERS WHILE HELPING TO SUPPORT PERFORMANCES AND ACTIVITIES THAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF ALL STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS. • 40% off regular ticket prices • Priority seating • VIP treatment • Additional single tickets at the Patron rate • Free ticket exchanges • Waived Ticket Office fees • Access to the Patrons concierge line • Invitations to Patrons receptions and trips • Subscription to the Patrons e-newsletter • Exclusive benefits based on your membership level which may include invitations to lectures by visiting artists and reserved seating in the Lab Theatre

SUBSCRIBER

BENEFITS IN ADDITION TO A FANTASTIC SEASON OF THEATRE, SUBSCRIBERS ALSO ENJOY: • An average of 15% savings on additional single tickets • Coupon offers • Advance notice of special events • Flexibility in selecting performances • Advance seating • Ticket exchange privileges • Subscription to the e-newsletter

HOW TO SUBSCRIBE: Step 1:

Fill out the order form provided.

Step 2: Fill out the blank schedule on the next page to keep track of all of your performance dates!

Step 3: Mail or drop off the order form to the Fine Arts Ticket Office.

MAIL

DROP OFF

Fine Arts Ticket Office Florida State University PO Box 3061160 Tallahassee, FL 32306-1160

Fine Arts Building on the corner of Copeland and Call Street.

PERFORMANCES EURYDICE Lab Theatre October 5 - 14

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SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Fallon Theatre October 19 - 28

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A NEW BRAIN Lab Theatre November 2 - 11

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PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL Fallon Theatre November 15 - 18 HAIRSPRAY THE BROADWAY MUSICAL Fallon Theatre February 15 - 24 MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY Lab Theatre April 5 - 14

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NEED TO CHANGE YOUR TICKET? Contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office at 850.644.6500 or email tickets@fsu.edu

MY SHOWS

DIRECTIONS WHERE WE ARE

Tennessee Street

1 Convocation Way

Macomb Street

Call Street

Park Avenue

College Avenue

Jefferson Street

2 Pensacola Street

Lafayette Street

3 4

St Augustine Street

Directions from I-10 Exit 199, southbound.

Continue on Monroe/ Hwy. 27 for 3.4 miles. Turn right onto Tennessee Street.

Fallon Theatre Left on Macomb Street Park in the Call Street Garage on the corner of Call and Macomb Street.

Lab Theatre Left on Copeland Street Enter parking lot at the corner of St. Augustine and Copeland Street.

Studio Theatre Williams Building – Near the intersection of Jefferson and Copeland Streets.

PARKING 1. Call Street Garage 2. Studio Theatre Parking Lot 3. St. Augustine Garage 4. Lab Theatre Parking Lot

TICKETING INFORMATION

REFUNDS All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds unless an event is cancelled and not rescheduled.

DISCLAIMER All programs, artists, ticket prices, locations, dates, and times are subject to change without notice.

HANDLING Handling fees may apply to phone, mail, and online orders. All handling fees are nonrefundable. In the case of a cancellation, only the face value of the ticket will be refunded.

ORDERING Subscriptions and Single Tickets purchased via mail, phone, or online will be mailed or available for pick-up. Single Tickets may also be printed at home. Please allow 7 to 10 business days for delivery. Tickets purchased less than 10 days prior to the event will be held at Will Call. Guests must present identification when picking up tickets not purchased in person.

ACCESSIBILITY Accessible seating for all persons with disabilities is available for all shows on a first-come, first-served basis. Please mention your interest in wheelchair accessible seating, hearing devices, or other special accommodations when placing your ticket order.

LATE ARRIVALS Performances begin promptly at the time printed on your tickets. Late seating will take place at a point in the performance determined by the artists and the artistic staff. Please try to arrive approximately 20-30 minutes prior to the event’s curtain time.

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