Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler

Adapted by Michael Meyer

October 11, 12, 13, 14 (2012)

Considered scandalous and subversive in its day, Ibsen’s classic Hedda Gabler, examines the life and psyche of an ambitious and talented woman, trapped in a loveless marriage by obligation and society and yearning to break free of her dull and stifling existence as a traditional housewife in 1890’s Norway. One of modern literature's most infamous protagonists, Hedda Gabler lies, cheats and steals to escape her own boredom heedless of the consequences to those around her, until the very bitter end… Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

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A new play by Katherine Clair

November 15, 16, 17, 18 (2012)

MFA Playwriting Thesis

When small town politics and personal relationships collide over a proposed restrictive youth dress code one young woman decides to take a stand, setting mother vs daughter, friend vs friend ….pants vs. politics! But when her passionate public campaign for individual rights becomes a social-media followed pantless protest movement will her original principles be lost as the conflict between opposing sides threatens to spiral out of control? A riotously funny new play!

Brutus

by William Shakespeare

February 21, 22, 23, 24 (2013)

MFA Directing Thesis

There is a tide in the affairs of men…and we must take the current when it serves, or lose our ventures – Brutus, Julius Caesar, Act 4, Sc. 3

Great words and noble sentiments from a respected and honorable citizen, yet in most modern accounts Brutus lands on the wrong side of history, remembered best as Rome’s most notorious daggered assassin. This abridged version of Julius Caesar, refocuses the classic tale from Brutus’s viewpoint, revealing the path toward his ultimate “call to fate” and contemplating how thin the line can be between hero and villain.

Spooky Action at a Distance

A new play by Matthew Buckley Smith

March 21, 22, 23, 24 (2013)

MFA Playwriting Thesis

Love, War and Quantum Physics. In 1971, with the Vietnam War still grinding on, Simon Pirklowski plays it safe, studying physics at Berkeley to avoid the draft. But when he befriends a shady bartender with a nasty temper, and agrees to tutor his beautiful wife, Simon may learn just how exciting uncertainty can be.

Ken Ludwig’s Shakespeare in Hollywood

by Ken Ludwig

April 18, 19, 20, 21 (2013)

Winner 2004 Helen Hayes Award for Best New Play

Lights, Camera, Shakespeare! It’s 1934 and Shakespeare’s most famous fairies, Oberon and Puck, magically materialize on the Hollywood set of Max Reinhardt’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Immediately smitten by the glitz and glamour of showbiz the two fairies get their big break on the silver screen playing (who else?) themselves. With a little help from blonde bombshells, movie moguls and arrogant “asses” the mischievous magic of old Hollywood sparkles in this hilarious romp.

Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. New York City For more information about the playwright see www.kenludwig.com

75th Anniversary Celebration

75th Anniversary Celebration

CUAdrama celebrates its founding in 1937 by Father Gilbert V. Hartke, O.P. and 75 years of excellence in theatre. Join us for a two-day event filled with performances, festivities, and a gala reception:

April 26 at 8:00 p.m. - Ken Ludwig's Shakespeare in Hollywood Special pre-show party from 7-8pm. Meet the playwright!

April 27 at 7:00 p.m. - 75 Years of Excellence: A Celebration of CUAdrama & Post-Show Gala Reception