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04.02.12
REVISED “Exit the King” marks White’s last production as Hastings College Professor of Theatre Arts
April 25, 2012
For Immediate Release
“Exit the King” marks White’s last production as Hastings College Professor of Theatre Arts
Note to Media: This replaces the press release sent on April 2, 2012. The times for press nights have changed. Press nights are now to be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 30 or 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 1 in Scott Studio Theatre. For more information, contact Jim Fritzler at (402) 461-7348 or jfritzler@hastings.edu.
(Hastings, Neb.) – Since 1976, George W. White has been part of the Hastings College Department of Theatre Arts. At the end of this academic year, he will retire but not before directing and designing a final production. The selection is “Exit the King” by Eugene Ionesco which will be performed at 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, May 3-5 and at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 6 in Scott Studio Theatre.
The Box Office opens Thursday, April 26 and will remain open Monday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets are $8 general and $5 for seniors and non-HC students. Call (402) 461-7380 or e-mail tickets@hastings.edu.
Hastings College Department of Theatre Arts presents
Exit the King
By Eugene Ionesco
This classic French absurdist exploration of ego and mortality is set in the crumbling throne-room of the palace in an unnamed country where King Berenger the First has only the duration of the play to live. In a strangely comic world, he faces the final inevitable truth of life: death.
CAST AND CREW LIST
The Guard – Patrick White, Omaha, Neb.
Berenger the First, The King – Blake Holen, Oxford, Neb.
Queen Marguerite, The First Wife – Becca Holloway, Grand Island, Neb.
Juliette, The Domestic Help & Registered Nurse – Samantha Colbert, Weeping Water, Neb.
Queen Marie, The Second Wife – Abby Phelps, Emporia, Kan.
The Doctor, Who Is Also Surgeon, Executioner, Bacteriologist & Astrologist – Joe Hamik, Hastings, Neb.
Directed by George W. White, Professor of Theatre Arts
Lighting Design by White
Scenic and Properties Design by Jim Fritzler, Professor of Theatre Arts
Costume Design by Margaret Marsh,Adjunct Instructor of Theatre
Stage Manager – Kyle Bell, Julesburg, Colo.
Director’s Assistant – Emily Funkey, Hastings, Neb.
Set Crew Head – Kyle Gallup, Blair, Neb.
Light Crew Head – Matt Cashoili, Hansen, Neb.
Sound Crew Head – Chris Work, Plattsmouth, Neb.
Props Crew Head – Andy Jones, Juniata, Neb.
Costume Crew Head – Amanda Gasal, Sutton, Neb.
Running Crew Head – Heather Faimon, Stratton, Neb
P.R. and Box Office Crew Head – Sallie Myers, Thermopolis, Wyo.
Hastings College, founded in 1882, is a private, four-year liberal arts institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). A total of 64 majors in 32 areas of study and 12 pre-professional programs are offered to more than 1,150 students. Hastings College was named among “America’s Best National Liberal Arts Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report, a “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review, and a “Best Buy in College Education” by Barron’s. Visit www.hastings.edu for more information.
04.02.12
REVISED “Exit the King” marks White’s last production as Hastings College Professor of Theatre Arts
April 25, 2012
For Immediate Release
“Exit the King” marks White’s last production as Hastings College Professor of Theatre Arts
Note to Media: This replaces the press release sent on April 2, 2012. The times for press nights have changed. Press nights are now to be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 30 or 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 1 in Scott Studio Theatre. For more information, contact Jim Fritzler at (402) 461-7348 or jfritzler@hastings.edu.
(Hastings, Neb.) – Since 1976, George W. White has been part of the Hastings College Department of Theatre Arts. At the end of this academic year, he will retire but not before directing and designing a final production. The selection is “Exit the King” by Eugene Ionesco which will be performed at 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, May 3-5 and at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 6 in Scott Studio Theatre.
The Box Office opens Thursday, April 26 and will remain open Monday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets are $8 general and $5 for seniors and non-HC students. Call (402) 461-7380 or e-mail tickets@hastings.edu.
Hastings College Department of Theatre Arts presents
Exit the King
By Eugene Ionesco
This classic French absurdist exploration of ego and mortality is set in the crumbling throne-room of the palace in an unnamed country where King Berenger the First has only the duration of the play to live. In a strangely comic world, he faces the final inevitable truth of life: death.
CAST AND CREW LIST
The Guard – Patrick White, Omaha, Neb.
Berenger the First, The King – Blake Holen, Oxford, Neb.
Queen Marguerite, The First Wife – Becca Holloway, Grand Island, Neb.
Juliette, The Domestic Help & Registered Nurse – Samantha Colbert, Weeping Water, Neb.
Queen Marie, The Second Wife – Abby Phelps, Emporia, Kan.
The Doctor, Who Is Also Surgeon, Executioner, Bacteriologist & Astrologist – Joe Hamik, Hastings, Neb.
Directed by George W. White, Professor of Theatre Arts
Lighting Design by White
Scenic and Properties Design by Jim Fritzler, Professor of Theatre Arts
Costume Design by Margaret Marsh,Adjunct Instructor of Theatre
Stage Manager – Kyle Bell, Julesburg, Colo.
Director’s Assistant – Emily Funkey, Hastings, Neb.
Set Crew Head – Kyle Gallup, Blair, Neb.
Light Crew Head – Matt Cashoili, Hansen, Neb.
Sound Crew Head – Chris Work, Plattsmouth, Neb.
Props Crew Head – Andy Jones, Juniata, Neb.
Costume Crew Head – Amanda Gasal, Sutton, Neb.
Running Crew Head – Heather Faimon, Stratton, Neb
P.R. and Box Office Crew Head – Sallie Myers, Thermopolis, Wyo.
Hastings College, founded in 1882, is a private, four-year liberal arts institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). A total of 64 majors in 32 areas of study and 12 pre-professional programs are offered to more than 1,150 students. Hastings College was named among “America’s Best National Liberal Arts Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report, a “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review, and a “Best Buy in College Education” by Barron’s. Visit www.hastings.edu for more information.
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