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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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