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2023鈥�2024 Season

Alabaster | The Addams Family, A New Musical | John Proctor is the Villain | By the Way, Meet Vera Stark

ALABASTER

by Audrey Cefaly
Directed by Daina Robins
October 13鈥�14, 19鈥�21, 7:30 p.m.; October 15, 21鈥�22, 2 p.m.

  • Two actors stand on stage holding hands during a performance of "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly, directed by Daina Robins at 熊猫在线视频. The actor on the left wears green overalls and a brown shirt, while the actor on the right wears a pink shirt and jeans. The stage is dimly lit with purple and orange lighting.
  • A woman kneels in a garden bed, hands clasped in front of her, under dramatic stage lighting. She wears a simple, sleeveless dress and appears to be deeply focused or emotional. A woven chair and some plants are visible in the background.
  • Two actors perform a scene on stage, with one actor gently holding the other's shoulder. The background features wooden planks and a bed frame. The scene is from the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly, directed by Daina Robins, scheduled for October 13鈥�14, 19鈥�21 at 7:30 p.m. and October 15, 21鈥�22 at 2 p.m.
  • Two actresses perform a scene on stage from the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly, directed by Daina Robins. One actress stands barefoot in black clothing, gesturing upward, while the other actress, dressed in green overalls, looks on. The set features a rustic, barn-like interior with various props, including a lawn chair, a shovel, and a bed with a colorful quilt. The lighting is dim, with blue and purple hues.
  • Two actors perform on stage in a scene from the play "ALABASTER." One actor stands in the foreground wearing green overalls, while the other actor lies down, appearing to sleep, on a makeshift bed with a patchwork quilt. The set includes a rustic bed, a trunk, and a desk with a chair. The lighting creates a dramatic atmosphere.
  • Three actors perform a scene from the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly on a dimly lit stage. One actor stands and hands a small object to another actor who is kneeling. A third actor is lying down, appearing to rest or sleep. The set includes rustic wooden elements and a colorful quilt on a bed.
  • Two actors are performing a scene from the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly. The stage is set as a rustic room with wooden walls, a bed with a patchwork quilt, and various painting supplies. One actor stands near the bed looking at the other actor, who is dressed in worn-out clothes and appears to be speaking. A standing lamp and other household items complete the set.
  • A photographer takes a picture of a woman from behind as she sits on a bed covered with a patchwork quilt, wearing a plaid shirt off her shoulders, revealing scars on her back. The scene is part of the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly, directed by Daina Robins, performed at 熊猫在线视频.
  • Two actors on stage embrace in a heartfelt hug during a scene from the play "ALABASTER" by Audrey Cefaly. The set includes a wooden backdrop and a small table with various props.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A NEW MUSICAL

Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Directed by Rhett Luedtke
November 10鈥�11, 16鈥�18, 7:30 p.m.; November 12, 2 p.m.

  • Actors in costume perform a scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" on stage. A man in a striped suit stands with one arm raised, flanked by two men in dark clothing kneeling and gesturing dramatically. The background features intricate patterns and red lighting.
  • A theatrical performance of "The Addams Family, A New Musical" at 熊猫在线视频, featuring a group of actors dressed in dark, gothic costumes. They are posed dramatically in front of a set designed to look like a mausoleum with the name "Addams" inscribed on it, lit with eerie lighting.
  • Cast members perform on stage during a production of "The Addams Family, A New Musical" at 熊猫在线视频. The scene is set with a backdrop depicting a gothic interior, and the actors are dressed in costumes fitting the Addams Family theme. One character in dark attire stands center stage, surrounded by others in various poses.
  • Five actors are performing a scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" on stage. One actor in a striped suit is holding a sword and pointing it at three other actors standing in a line, with a fourth actor watching from the side. The background features a dramatic, colorful staircase and gothic decor.
  • A performer dressed in a striped suit stands on stage in front of a large, colorful stained glass backdrop during a scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" at 熊猫在线视频.
  • Actors perform a scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" on stage, with a woman in a white dress leaning forward and holding hands with a man kneeling in front of her. Other cast members in eerie costumes and masks stand in the background, holding glowing orbs, with a backdrop showing a large moon and tree branches.
  • A group of actors perform a scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" on stage. One actor in a yellow dress stands on a table, surrounded by other actors seated and standing in various costumes. The background features a dramatic, gothic-style staircase with vibrant pink lighting.
  • A stage scene from "The Addams Family, A New Musical" showing a female character in a yellow dress aiming a crossbow, with other characters in the background. The backdrop features a large, illuminated tree with intricate branches set against a purple and pink sky.
  • Three performers in costume dance on stage during a production of "The Addams Family, A New Musical" at 熊猫在线视频. The background features a large, illuminated stained glass design.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN

by Kimberly Belflower
Directed by Rhett Luedtke
February 23鈥�24, February 29鈥揗arch 2, 7:30 p.m.; February 25, March 2鈥�3, 2 p.m.

  • Two women are in a classroom scene from the play "John Proctor is the Villain" by Kimberly Belflower, directed by Rhett Luedtke. One woman is sitting at a desk with her head down, appearing distressed, while the other woman reaches out to comfort her, holding her hand. Empty desks and chairs are visible in the background.
  • A person wearing glasses and a light purple shirt is holding papers and speaking to another person seated at a desk in a classroom setting. The classroom has posters on the wall, including one that says "You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
  • A classroom scene from the play "John Proctor is the Villain" by Kimberly Belflower, directed by Rhett Luedtke, featuring a teacher standing at the front of the room with students seated at desks, taken at 熊猫在线视频.
  • Two students are seated in a classroom, each at separate desks with wooden tops and orange chairs. The student in the foreground, wearing a gray t-shirt, is looking back and smiling while holding an open book. The student in the background, dressed in a brown top, is looking forward with a serious expression, also holding an open book. There are other empty desks around them and a backpack on the floor near the foreground student.
  • Two actors are on stage performing a scene from "John Proctor is the Villain" by Kimberly Belflower. The actor on the left, dressed in a maroon shirt and beige pants, sits on the edge of a desk, while the actor on the right, dressed in a gray blazer and black jeans, stands next to the desk. The classroom set includes motivational posters on the walls.
  • A person with long dark hair, glasses, and a blue long-sleeve top sits at a desk, looking to the side. The background includes shelves and office supplies.
  • Four people are enthusiastically interacting in a classroom filled with desks and educational posters. One person is leaning forward, appearing to shout or cheer, while the others are engaged and smiling. The whiteboard in the background has writing on it, and there are various motivational posters, including one that reads "DETERMINATION can get you through anything."
  • A classroom scene with six people, four seated at desks and two standing in the center wearing period costumes. One of the standing women is pointing and shouting at the other. American flag and motivational posters are visible on the walls. The room is somewhat dark with a spotlight on the main action.
  • A group of actors on stage performing a scene from the play "John Proctor is the Villain" by Kimberly Belflower, directed by Rhett Luedtke. The stage is dimly lit with green lighting, and the set resembles a classroom with desks and chairs. One actor stands facing another, with others in the background observing.
BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK

by Lynn Nottage
Directed by Bianca Washington Ciungan
April 12鈥�13, 18鈥�20, 7:30 p.m.; April 14, 2 p.m.

  • Two actors in costume are seated on a staircase on stage, embracing. One actor is dressed in a dark maid uniform with black shoes, while the other is in a white robe with fur trim. They both have their eyes closed, conveying a moment of warmth and connection. A beige couch and pillows are visible in the background.
  • Three actors perform on stage in the play "BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK" by Lynn Nottage. The actor in the center stands in a suit, while the two actors sit on either side in chairs with small tables in front of them, holding bottled water. The actor on the left wears a green dress, and the actor on the right wears a white suit.
  • Two actors perform a scene from "By The Way, Meet Vera Stark" on stage. One actor, wearing a colorful striped dress and head wrap, faces another actor in a gold fringed shawl and matching headpiece. The set includes a round table with glasses and a pitcher, and background actors sit on chairs with a purple-lit backdrop.
  • A woman in a vintage blue polka-dotted dress stands on stage holding a script, with a man in a suit and vest standing in the background. A sign reads "STAGE 25".
  • A woman in a red dress poses confidently on stage. Behind her is a black and white portrait of another woman. The set includes a beige tufted sofa with a decorative pillow and throw blanket.
  • An actress stands on stage in a scene from "By the Way, Meet Vera Stark," directed by Bianca Washington Ciungan. She is wearing a vintage-style dress with a white-trimmed collar and black shoes, with a painting hanging on the wall in the background.
  • Two actors perform a scene on stage in period costumes; one is gesturing with a raised finger while holding a drink, and the other stands attentively in a striped suit and beret. A beige couch and a large black-and-white portrait are in the background.
  • Three actors in costume perform a scene from the play "By the Way, Meet Vera Stark." One actor is dressed in a red evening gown, holding a cigarette holder, while the other two actors are dressed as maids in black and white uniforms, standing beside a bar cart with various bottles and glassware.
  • A woman in a leopard print dress performs dramatically on stage with one arm extended and the other touching her head. In the background, another woman dressed as a maid stands with her arms crossed next to a cart with drinks. The stage is set to resemble a living room with a couch, flowers on a table, and a few chairs.

 

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