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09-14-2008

Performing Arts

Updated Thursday, Aug 28, 2008 12:00 AM

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Updated August 28, 2008 12:00 AM

NRT's fall lineup to make students laugh, cry

This fall, members of No Refund Theatre have two shared goals in mind. "Our goal is to make Penn State laugh and cry," said Matt Davidson (senior-media studies) No Refund Theater President.


Updated July 31, 2008 12:00 AM

Broadway musical adapted for Boal Barn Theatre

Hard times and possible male nudity are coming to State College.

'Ordinary Days' portrays simple, heartwarming plot

A simple show in every way, Ordinary Days, doesn't rely on the drama and flair of most musicals to get its point across.


Updated July 17, 2008 12:00 AM

New musical to take stage downtown for first time ever

Drawing from his experiences as a New York University student, composer and lyricist Adam Gwon has created what he said is his most personal show, an idea he got while reading Virginia Woolf's novel, Mrs. Dalloway.

Play downtown offers universal message

Education is something everyone has received at some point, be it from a teacher or a friend, and the comedy Educating Rita touches on the foundations of what education means.


Updated July 3, 2008 12:21 AM

A medieval story plays out on stage

Behind the scenes of the musical Camelot the actors and actresses laugh and joke with each other while practicing their scenes.

'West Side Story' visits Boal Barn

Amberlee Weber has been acting since she was in middle school.


Updated May 1, 2008 12:00 AM

Full Ammo Improv creator takes curtain call

As the semester draws to a close, many seniors will be graduating and continuing on to bigger things. For the creator of Full Ammo Improv Troupe, the end of the semester means not only graduation but also the last improv show of his Penn State career.


Updated April 24, 2008 12:00 AM

Circus stays fresh with mix of tradition, innovation

As Penn State seniors are getting ready for mid-May graduation and entering the work force, a group of white-faced, red-nosed alumni will also be applying skills learned from their secondary education.

Blue Man Group learns to be rock stars at BJC

Someone walking down the streets of New York City in 1987 might have thought nothing of the three street performers who were painted blue.

Orchesis, Whiplash spring into movement this weekend

Dance groups both seasoned and new will perform this weekend, proving that age really ain't nothing but a number.

NRT performs unique, nightmarish comedy

With a fluffy-sounding name like The Pillowman, students might think this week's No Refund Theatre production is one for the younger set.


Updated April 17, 2008 12:00 AM

Actress to perform while play's creator watches

Many actors might be nervous when they decide to act in a one-person show, but few people are put in the situation of Penn State student Emily Mathason.

'Feast' satirizes white-collar humanitarian efforts

Even with the best of intentions, napkin rings will not save the world -- that is, unless cows fly downtown this weekend.

Hip-hop production tries to 'demystify' culture

Catholic students struggle with sexuality in 'Bare'


Updated April 10, 2008 12:00 AM

Director draws from experience for tale of racism

Tyrone Robinson (graduate-theatre arts) knows what it's like to be a victim of discrimination. He's been the target of racial slurs, including the N-word, at times.

No Refund actors embrace familiar Woody Allen play

For the director and many of the actors in the student-run acting troupe No Refund Theatre (NRT), this week's performance, Woody Allen's Don't Drink the Water, is a welcome blast from the past.

Student dance ensemble outdoes itself with show

This weekend, students can enter a new world of culture through a dance showcase bigger and more diverse than anything the Penn State International Dance Ensemble (PSIDE) has ever held before.


Updated April 3, 2008 12:00 AM

Comedians join forces for theater

Father Time, James Bond and a pantless stoner will take the stage tonight in 111 Forum during this year's No Refund Theatre (NRT) and Phroth collaborative effort, Phroth Phest.