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Department of Theatre Arts

2006-07 Academic Season




Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward
September 27 - October 1
Directed by James R. Tompkins
Thrust Theatre

Imagine Charles' surprise when his dead wife's ghost pops up at a seance, refusing to leave unless he comes with her. His new wife is even more upset in this comedy packed with Coward's breezy wit and cutting satire.




King Hedley II by August Wilson
October 25 - October 29
Directed by Pault Carter Harrison, guest artist
Thrust Theatre

An African American Theatre Program production
Eager for a new life, King returns to Pittsburgh in the 1980's to struggle with old friends, old haunts and family. This production commemorates the recent death of Wilson, one of America's foremost playwrights.




Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
November 15 - November 19
Directed by Rinda Frye
Playhouse

Relive a timeless drama about the bloom of young love that triumphs. Set in the Italian Renaissance with swordplay choreographed by experts from the Frazier International History Museum.




Refractions
January 1 - February 4
Directed by Rhea Lehman
Thrust Theatre

Currently under construction! A newly inspired collection of student-developed pieces, including adaptations of fiction, poetry, nonfiction, interviews, journalism and more.




My Secret Language of Wishes by Cori Thomas
February 18 - March 4
Directed by Lundeana Thomas
Thrust Theatre

An African American Theatre Program production
Who will adopt Rose, a disabled African American teenager: the plain-speaking white woman who cares for her or the business woman who just might share more with Rose than the color of their skin? This new play is by one of New York's most promising playwrights.




Urinetown: The Musical by Greg Kotis and Mark Hollmann
April 18 - April 22
Directed by Jim Hesselman, guest artist
Playhouse

When water shortages force the government to restrict bathrooms, only the priveleged can afford to pee at corporate-owned facilities. Follow this tongue-in-cheek musical's hero, who rises to defend the poor and liberate the potties.