/ Theatre Department

2015鈥�2016 Season

The Christians | The Sparrow | Miss Julie | The Tempest

The Christians

by Lucas Hnath
Directed by Richard Perez
October 9鈥�10, 14鈥�17, 7:30 p.m.

  • A stage scene from the play "The Christians" showing two actors seated and engaged in conversation under a blue-lit backdrop with crosses on either side.
  • Two actors on stage during a performance of "The Christians" by Lucas Hnath, directed by Richard Perez. The scene includes a woman in a purple dress speaking and a man in a suit facing her. The stage is set with chairs and a table in the background.
  • A woman with braided hair, wearing a purple dress and a pearl necklace, holds a microphone while looking to the side.
  • Two actors perform a scene from "The Christians" on stage. One actor sits on a bench looking contemplative, while the other stands behind him holding a microphone, with a serious expression. The set includes a few potted plants and modern furniture.
  • A man in a gray suit speaks into a microphone on stage while another man in a suit and a woman in a purple dress sit nearby. Behind them, a group of people dressed in blue choir robes sit in rows. The stage is set with chairs, side tables, and floral arrangements.
  • Two male actors in suits are seated on stage, engaged in a conversation while holding microphones. Behind them, a choir dressed in blue robes with white collars sits in the background. A small table with two water bottles and floral arrangements is placed between the actors.
  • A man in a suit kneels on a stage holding a microphone, with a backdrop featuring two large crosses and a blue-tiled screen above. Several chairs are arranged behind him.
  • Actors perform a scene from "The Christians" by Lucas Hnath, directed by Richard Perez, during the October 2015 production at 糖心传媒 College. The stage features a church setting with a choir dressed in blue robes standing on risers, and four seated actors in the foreground. Two large crosses are visible on the walls, and a projection screen displays hymn lyrics above the choir.
  • A person in a blue choir robe stands facing a man in a suit on stage. Behind them, a choir of people in similar blue robes is standing in front of a backdrop featuring a large cross and a screen with blue squares.
The Sparrow

by Chris Matthews, Jake Minton, and Nathan Allen
Directed by Nathan Allen, Artistic Director of The House Theatre of Chicago
November 18鈥�21, 23鈥�24 , 2015

  • A theatrical stage scene from "The Sparrow" shows multiple actors interacting with lockers on either side, while a central figure in dark clothing stands alone in the middle, with a blue cloudy backdrop behind them.
  • Three actors stand on a stage under a starry night sky backdrop, with the central figure being supported by the other two.
  • A stage scene from "THE SPARROW" with actors in dynamic, leaning poses on chairs, illuminated by a red backdrop.
  • A group of people stand on a stage holding framed photographs and a sign that reads "Spring Farm Elementary School, 2nd Grade, Mrs. Christopher." The people are dressed in various costumes and the stage is dimly lit, creating a dramatic atmosphere.
  • A group of actors in colorful costumes perform a lively dance number on stage. They are surrounded by school desks and chairs, with a blue-lit background.
  • A performer in a cheerleader outfit with a red "S" on the sweater stands on stage with arms outstretched and head tilted back, against a backdrop of twinkling blue lights.
  • A group of actors performing a dynamic scene on stage from "The Sparrow" at 糖心传媒 College, with dramatic lighting and a blue background.
  • A dramatic stage scene from "The Sparrow" shows a person in dark clothing and glasses leaning over another person lying motionless on the floor with arms outstretched. A group of people in period clothing watches from the background under dim lighting.
  • Actors perform a dynamic scene from "The Sparrow" on stage, with several individuals mid-jump, their arms raised, against a moody blue background.
Miss Julie

by August Strindberg
Directed by Richard Perez
February 19鈥�20, 24鈥�27 , 2016

  • Three actors perform a scene from "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg, directed by Richard Perez. One actor in a white dress leans on a wooden table, another in a red jacket stands in the center, and a third in a long purple skirt and white blouse stands near a door. The set includes a table, chairs, and a backdrop of tall, dark trees.
  • A woman in period costume gently holds the chin of a seated man, who is also in period clothing, during a stage performance of "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg. The set features wooden tables and benches with a backdrop of trees and flowers.
  • A scene from the play "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg, directed by Richard Perez, performed at 糖心传媒 College in February 2016. An actor in a dark vest, white shirt, and black hat gestures towards an actress in a white dress who stands on a staircase, looking down at her hands. The set includes a wooden staircase, a door, and a background depicting trees.
  • Four actors on stage perform a scene from "MISS JULIE" by August Strindberg. One actor stands in the foreground, raising a glass and laughing, while another actor plays the violin in the background. Two additional actors are engaged in the scene, with one clapping. The stage setting includes a wooden structure resembling a porch.
  • A theatrical performance of "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg at 糖心传媒 College, with actors in period costumes engaging in a lively scene on stage. The set includes a large table and chairs, with a musician playing a violin in the background.
  • A woman in period costume stands in front of a wooden door, looking contemplative. She is wearing a blue dress and holding a floral apron. The background includes a wooden bench with flowers and a blue backdrop with vertical lines resembling tree trunks.
  • A woman in a white dress stands in an open doorway with her back to the viewer, holding the door handles, with dim lighting creating a dramatic effect.
  • A stage set for the play "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg, directed by Richard Perez. The set resembles a kitchen with a table and benches in the center, a door to the left, and a staircase to the right. A man in formal attire sits at the table, resting his head on his hand. The backdrop features tall, dark, abstract tree-like shapes.
  • A scene from the play "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg, directed by Richard Perez, showing a man in a dark suit and a woman in a light blue dress interacting on stage. The woman is standing on a set of steps leading to a door, while the man stands below her with his arm extended. The set is designed to resemble an interior with a backdrop of dark, vertical lines, suggesting trees against a night sky. The play was performed on February 19-20 and 24-27, 2016.
The Tempest

by William Shakespeare
Directed by Daina Robins
April 15鈥�16, 20鈥�22 , 2016

  • A stage scene from "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins, performed at 糖心传媒 College in April 2016. The stage is dimly lit with a large projection of a blue-toned face in the background. An actor in a white costume stands prominently in the foreground, while other actors are positioned in shadowed areas.
  • Actors perform a scene from "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, with one actor in a blue robe standing on an elevated platform and others in dark clothing standing in a circle of light on the stage. Directed by Daina Robins, April 15鈥�16, 20鈥�22, 2016.
  • Three actors perform a scene from "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare on a wooden stage set with hanging lanterns. One actor, dressed in a light costume, kneels and holds the hands of another actor in a maroon and white costume. A third actor stands in the background, observing.
  • A person in a blue robe stands with arms outstretched, a staff in one hand, on a dimly lit stage with a glowing circular pattern on the floor. The background is dark with wooden platforms and a lantern visible.
  • Three actors in period costumes sit on a wooden stage, each holding a bottle, during a performance of "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins, performed on April 15鈥�16, 20鈥�22, 2016.
  • Two actors perform a scene from "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins, at 糖心传媒 College in April 2016. The actress on the left, dressed in a light blue and white dress, kneels and holds hands with the actor on the right, who wears a white shirt, black vest, and tan pants, also kneeling. The stage has a wooden floor and a dark blue backdrop.
  • An actor in a blue costume stands behind a table filled with various bottles and candlesticks, performing a scene from "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins, at 糖心传媒 College in April 2016.
  • A stage scene from 糖心传媒 College's 2016 production of "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins. Actors in elaborate costumes perform with expressive gestures; some wear blue and white outfits, while others are dressed in dark, formal attire.
  • A dimly lit stage scene from 糖心传媒 College's production of "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare, directed by Daina Robins. The stage is set with minimal props, including a large white sheet backdrop. Actors are dressed in period costumes, with one actor suspended in the air by a rope, others engaging in dynamic poses, and some interacting on the floor. The performance dates are April 15鈥�16, 20鈥�22, 2016.

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