2008-2009 Eureka College Theatre Productions

An exciting season at EC

Winnie-the-Pooh dramatized from the stories of A.A. Milne

September 12-14, 2008 (7:00 pm, Sunday at 2:00 pm in Terrill Rooms)
Presented in cooperation with the Eureka College’s Women’s Board

In this brilliant adaptation of the children’s books we meet Christopher Robin, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, Eeyore, Rabbit all in the quest for honey. Problems arise when Kanga, a stranger to the forest brings a bathtub and soap. The animals run for fear, until Piglet shows us it’s not so scary to be clean. *Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for students/children. There will be activities for children in the lobby before the show.

Cemetery Walk at Olio Township Cemetery

September 28, 2008
Presented in cooperation with the Historical Society

Historical figures from the past “return” to tell their stories. Figures include Elijah Dickinson (son 1st graduate of EC), Mahala J. Clay (three children killed in Chatsworth train wreck), Robert Moody (African American who made a living as a free man in Eureka), Clinton and Wesley Melick (library), and many more.

Little Red Devil Improv Troupe

October 11, 2008  (7:30 pm)

Following the lead of Second City this student led Improv troupe meets regularly to perfect their games and present a hysterical interactive evening.

Homecoming Alumni Reception in Theatre

October 25, 2008 (9:00 am - Noon)

Theatre Faculty invite Theatre Majors, Minors, Participants, and Friends from days of yore to partake in great conversation, beverages, and theatre tours – watch the Homecoming parade from Pritchard’s porch.

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley adapted for the stage by Tim Kelly

October 31- November 1 & November 5-8, 2008 (7:30 pm)

Directed by Bill Davis
Mary Shelley’s classic tale comes to life in this true-to-the-novel staging, opening, fittingly on Halloween night, and exploring the horror and morality of man’s interference with nature.

How I Learned to Drive by Paula Vogel

lNovember 20-22, 2008 (7:30 pm)

Student Directed Production
Audiences travel back to the 1960’s with main character Lil Bit.  Driving lessons serve as the basis for her tumultuous relationship with her Uncle Peck as she searches for forgiveness and acceptance.

Salmagundi 

December 8-9, 2008 (7:30pm  Becker Auditorium)

The capstone acting class presents a series of monologues, mime, and music in this showcase of student talents.

KD: Two Letters Is All You Need

January 23-24, 2009  (Becker Auditorium)

Written and performed by student
A one woman show detailing important events and funny happenings in the life of a theatre major; through song, skit, monologue and embarrassment. WORLD PREMIERE!

Top Girls by Caryl Churchill

February 20-21 & February 25- March 1, 2009 (7:30 pm with Sunday at 2:00)

Directed by Rebekah Scallet
This groundbreaking work begins with a fantastical dinner party at which famous female figures from history and fiction are the guests of Marlene, a modern day career woman celebrating a promotion. As it delves further into the women’s pasts and Marlene’s present, Top Girls questions the brand of feminism that leads women to deny personal attachment in favor of career advancement.

Little Red Devil Improv Troupe

March 21, 2009 (7:30 pm)

Following the lead of Second City this student led Improv troupe meets regularly to perfect their games and present a hysterical interactive evening.

Present Laughter by Noel Coward

April 21-25, 2009  (7:30 pm)

Directed by Holly Rocke
Meet Garry Essendine, the most pampered and pompous actor in the world.  He's a real ladies man who suddenly finds himself in a series of ridiculous situations simply because his friends misinterpret the reasons an infatuated fan spent the night. The laughs continue in this parody of fame and fortune when Garry’s ex-wife and business partner shows up and begins to meddle.

Ticket Information

$7.00 - Adults
$5.00 - Faculty, Staff, and Seniors
$5.00 - Alumni
$3.00 - Eureka College Students
All tickets to the Little Red Devils are $2.00

with the exception of Winnie-the-Pooh*

Reservations can be made via phone or via email. See contact info below.

All tickets are available at the Box Office on the evening of the performance.

Reservations must be picked up by 7:15 p.m. or they will be resold. Curtain time is at 7:30 p.m.  House opens at 7:00 p.m. Festival Seating - first come, better seat.

Handicapped Accessible.