Dramatic Productions

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Scene D presents "The Christians" Northern Iowan 115:52, p.2	04/25/2019	The independent theatre project "Scene D" will produce "The Christians" April 25-28 at Rock & Bach Studios, formerly Calvary Baptist Church. Professors Grant Tracey and Kim Groninga are involved in the production; additionally, the set design was largely created by TheatreUNI students; photo.
2	Student explores heritage in 'Bandit Queen' Northern Iowan 115:52, p.4	04/25/2019	Student Brittney Starr wrote and produced a play about her outlaw relative, Belle Starr, entitled "Bandit Queen," shown in the Interpreters Theatre April 25-27; photo.
3	'Serse' hits an operatic high note Northern Iowan 115:50, p.5	04/18/2019	Mitchell gives UNI Opera's performance of "Serse" a favorable review; photos.
4	Play created for kids on autism spectrum Northern Iowan 115:50, p.4	04/18/2019	Faculty and students have created "To Touch the Moon," an immersive theatre production to stimulate and engage audience members with developmental disorders. Centered on the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, the play will take place April 19, 20, 26, and 28 in Bertha Martin Theatre; photos.
5	Grad student challenges hypocrisy in play Northern Iowan 115:41, p.1	03/07/2019	Graduate student James Keane wrote, produced, and acted in the production "Ezra and Me," showing March 7-9 in the Lang Hall Interpreters Theatre; photo.
6	"Legacy of Light' shines on stage Northern Iowan 115:38, p.5	02/25/2019	Mitchell gives an overall favorable review to TheatreUNI's production "Legacy of Light" held February 21 in Strayer-Wood Theatre; photo.
7	'Legacy of Light' empowers women Northern Iowan 115:36, p.4	02/18/2019	Theatre UNI will present "Legacy of Light" in Strayer-Wood Theatre from February 21 through March 3; photos.
8	'She Kills Monsters' fun 90's romp Northern Iowan 115:26, p.5	12/03/2018	TheatreUNI performed "She Kills Monsters" in the Strayer-Wood Theatre November 28 - December 2. Miene gives the performance a favorable review; photos.
9	'Meet the Monsters' previews play Northern Iowan 115:22, p.5	11/08/2018	The Theatre Department hosted "Meet the Monsters" on October 31 in Strayer-Wood Theatre, where the cast and crew of the production "She Kills Monsters" showcased behind-the-scenes elements of the show; photo.
10	Walt Whitman re-enactor at UNI Northern Iowan 115:21, p.2	11/05/2018	Bill Koch, professor in the Department of Languages and Literature, will present his one man poetry re-enactment show "Walt Whitman Live!" in Lang Auditorium on November 7.
11	'Spelling Bee' play is heartwarming and hilarious Northern Iowan 115:20, p.6	11/01/2018	Hauer gives TheatreUNI's performance of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" a favorable review; photos.
12	A comedy play about a comedy game show Northern Iowan 115:19, p.4	10/29/2018	Senior Laney Krause-Taddeo writes and directs "Pat," a play about a mother and daughter who go on a road trip to find a game show contestant and watch their favorite game show. It will show November 1-3 at he Interpreters Theatre; photo.
13	Play portrays romance on the spectrum Northern Iowan 115:15, p.4	10/15/2018	Student Nathan Selove's "Aut is Love," a play based on his experience of romance as an autistic person, was performed in the Interpreter's Theatre in Lang Hall; photos.
14	Technology poses threat to theatre Northern Iowan 112:23, p.2	11/16/2015	Students in the theatre program discuss the impact of audience members using technology during a performance, particularly in regards to missing parts of the show, distracting the performers, and privacy issues.
15	UNI's RENT Northern Iowan 112:21, p.6	11/09/2015	Mattox gives TheatreUNI's production of "RENT," performed October 29 and 30 and November 1-8, a positive review.
16	"Independence" paints picture of troubled home Northern Iowan 112:13, p.5	10/12/2015	Mattox gives TheatreUNI's production of "Independence" a favorable review.
17	UNISTA puts on 'Twelfth Night' Northern Iowan 110:55, p.4	05/01/2014	The University of Northern Iowa Student Theatre Association performed William Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' for their annual Bard in the Yard production.
18	Theatre UNI at Strayer-Wood Northern Iowan 110:55, p.	05/01/2014	Schedules of 2014-2015 productions by Theatre UNI.
19	Stepping into the spotlight Northern Iowan 110:55, p.	05/01/2014	The theatre department will be putting on five shows during the fall of 2014 semester. Tickets are available on September 1.
20	Independent theater starts close to home Northern Iowan 110:55, p.4	05/01/2014	Professor Grant Tracey wrote and will be directing a play entitled "According to Chelsea". The play is set to open on May 3; photo.
21	Past comes back to bite Northern Iowan 110:52, p.5	04/21/2014	The author found UNI's performance of "August: Osage County" to be realistic, with strong performers. She thought that having the actors smoke non-tobacco cigarettes was annoying. Aside from that, the show was an emotional and enjoyable experience.
22	Theatre UNI to present 'August: Osage County' Public Relations News Release 2013:220, p.1	03/27/2014	Theatre UNI will present "August: Osage County". The production is about the secrets of a splintered family being brought to light. UNI theatre students and community acting talents make up the cast.
23	'Mauritius' brings stamp collecting to extremes Northern Iowan 110:41, p.4	03/03/2014	The play "Mauritius", written by Theresa Rebeck, is all about greed. When their mother passes away, two siblings fight over the book of stamps that was left to them. The show is dramatic and fast paced; photo.
24	UNI Interpreters Theater to present 'Wasted' Public Relations News Release 2013:184, p.1	02/20/2014	UNI Interpreters Theater will present "Wasted". The show will challenge the understanding of waste and consumption. The ensemble production was conceived and directed by Danielle Dick McGeough and is part of UNI's Reaching for Higher Ground series.
25	Valentine's weekend uncensored: actors present series of graphic stories, empower women Northern Iowan 110:37, p.1	02/17/2014	"The Vagina Monologues" covered several topics pertaining to womanhood this past weekend. "The Vagina Monologues" are different stories about women and their vaginas; photo.
26	Theatre UNI to present 'Mauritius' Public Relations News Release 2013:177, p.1	02/12/2014	Theatre UNI will present "Mauritius" February 27 through March 8. Many students and faculty are helping with the production. Tickets are $14 for adults and free for UNI students.
27	Professor brings history and literature to life Northern Iowan 110:22, p.4	11/12/2013	Professor Bill Koch performed his, "Walt Whitman, Live!" for the 15th time. Koch's presentation portrays Walt Whitman's life through some of his most notable poetry. Many students attended the performance; photo.
28	McMillian gives food for thought Northern Iowan 110:15, p.1	10/18/2013	Tracie McMillan, author of "The American Way of Eating: Undercover at Wal-Mart, Applebee's, Farm Fields and the Dinner Table", spoke about American eating habits. Professor Weedman adapted the book into a play that was performed for McMillian; photo.
29	Theatre UNI to present hit musical 'Spring Awakening' Public Relations News Release 2013:89, p.1	10/10/2013	Theatre UNI will present "Spring Awakening". "Spring Awakening" is a rock musical about the struggles of teen years. The show contains adult themes and language.
30	Alumni return to perform in Interpreters Theatre Northern Iowan 110:8, p.4	09/24/2013	The Interpreters Theater has been at UNI since 1976. The theatre will host solo performances of "Leftovers" and "Station to Station" this fall. UNI alumni often come back to perform.
31	Strayer-Wood Theatre brings spin on Shakespeare Northern Iowan 109:51, p.6	04/23/2013	Review of "Merchant of Venice (Beach)!" performed at the Strayer-Wood Theatre. This is a spin on the classic Shakespearian comedy "Merchant of Venice".
32	Punk rock musical brings Green Day music to Gallagher-Bluedorn Northern Iowan 109:45, p.7	04/02/2013	The musical, "American Idiot" was recently performed at the GBPAC. The musical is about three friends who move to the big city to become rock stars and the challenges they face. Several students interviewed said they really enjoyed the show.
33	Upcoming UNISTA performance brings spin to pedophilia in families Northern Iowan 109:44, p.7	03/29/2013	UNISTA is showcasing the play "How I Learned to Drive." It follows Li'l Bit's life. She has been sexually abused by her uncle since she was eleven years old; photo.
34	UNISTA celebrates tradition, brings back 'Broadway' Northern Iowan 109:42, p.6	03/12/2013	The UNI Student Theatre Association presented their seventh annual 10-Minute Play Festival featuring six different plays written and performed by UNI students. They also did a Best of Broadway showcase.
35	Students perform original play for autistic children Northern Iowan 109:36, p.6	02/19/2013	Student cast members of "Playful Inventions" put on a play for children with autism. The play was meant to create an inclusive environment for the kids; photo.
36	'8 the Play' brings battle over Prop 8 top life Northern Iowan 109:29, p.4	01/25/2013	Article discusses the UNI Student Theatre Association's production of "8 The Play". The production depicted the process of two California couples working to overturn the landmark measure.
37	UNI's Strayer-Wood Theatre to hold auditions for 'Merchant of Venice' Public Relations News Release 2012:127, p.1	10/31/2012	Strayer-Wood Theatre will hold auditions for production "Merchant of Venice". Auditions are open to UNI students and include two-minute monologue from a Shakespeare play.
38	UNI Strayer-Wood Theatre to present "November" Northern Iowan 109:18, p.6	10/26/2012	Preview of the David Mamet comedy; Professor Edelnant presents his view on the play.
39	Lysistrata gets modernized in time for 2012 elections Northern Iowan 109:13, p.6	10/09/2012	Classic play sheds light on modern day situations in America. Playgoers will welcome the many parallels and references to the present American political situation.
40	UNISTA to produce Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream Northern Iowan 108:54, p.7	04/27/2012	The play will be presented under the stars in the court yard of the Kamerick Art Building. Admission is free for the eight o'clock showing. The play has been adapted for just five actors.
41	'Bat Boy' to sink its teeth in at Strayer-Wood Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.7	04/06/2012	"Bat Boy, The Musical" is a classic love story about a half bat/half boy. The play details are still under tight wraps until the showing; photo.
42	Alumni get creative with Strayer-Wood Theatre Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.30	04/01/2012	Patrick Elkins-Zeglarski and Gary Kelley work together on production of "Bat Boy: the Musical"; photo.
43	'Mad Forest' shows slices of life in the Romanian Revolution Northern Iowan 108:17, p.6	10/25/2011	Department of Theatre's upcoming production follows two families during the revolution. The play shows some contrasts between an overpowering government and the government of the United States.
44	Scripts needed for 10-Minute Play Festival Northern Iowan 108:15, p.6	10/18/2011	Student Theatre Association is accepting scripts for the sixth annual play festival. The deadline for submission is December 17. Following the selection of directors and actors, the festival will be held March 24 and 25.
45	'Guernica' performance a philosophical journey Northern Iowan 108:14, p.4	10/14/2011	Human suffering, the relationship between teaching and being taught, and the motivation behind art are topics covered in the current play being presented at the Strayer-Wood Theatre; photo.
46	'Carne Viva' based on Postville factory raid Northern Iowan 108:13, p.6	10/11/2011	Jennifer Cooley and Karen Mitchell have written a play based on interviews with workers from the Postville Agriprocessors plant. The play provides a chance for self-reflection on immigration and to view a different culture's response; photo.
47	A tale of two Shakespeares Northern Iowan 108:12, p.11	10/07/2011	"William and Judith", a staged reading, examines a story of William Shakespeare and his fictional sister Judith. The reading if filled with emotional dialogue; photo.
48	'Urinetown' wows audiences Northern Iowan 107:51, p.6	04/19/2011	A satirical musical, which ran for three years on Broadway, was presented in the Strayer-Wood Theatre. The presentation was a collaborative effort of students and faculty; photo.
49	Weber's thoughts become reality in 'Why, Felly' Northern Iowan 107:47, p.6	04/05/2011	The Interpreters Theatre presented "Why, Felly", written by Kyle Weber. Play is reviewed.
50	Guerrilla Girls On Tour to perform at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2010:249, p.1	03/21/2011	The collective's play will address the lack of opportunities for women and people of color; it will also explore the combination of performance and visual art entitled "Feminists Are Funny."