Plays--Reviews

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Triumphant "Mothers Courage" play Welsch--Shelby (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 114:26, p.05	12/4/2017	Critic Shelby Welsch reviews the Theatre UNI adaptation of "Mother Courage and Her Daughters". The play was originally written by Bertolt Brecht in 1939 and adapted by Mathew Weedman for this performance; photo.
2	Script reading features mental health Hofmeyer--Sarah (Student--2014), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:23, p.05	11/13/2017	UNI Interpreters Theatre performs "Genuine Cigarettes. The play was written and directed by Kelso Breitsprecher; photo.
3	UNI's RENT Mattox--Colin (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:21, p.6	11/9/2015	Colin Mattox gives UNI's production of RENT an overwhelmingly positive review; photo.
4	"Independence" paints picture of troubled home Mattox--Colin (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:13, p.5	10/12/2015	Theater Critic Colin Mattox reviews TheatreUNI's "Independence" and gives it a thumbs up.
5	Letter to the editor Crawford--Jerica (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 111:35, p.3	2/12/2015	Student Jerica Crawford shares her opinion on a live production of Sister Act; photo.
6	Past comes back to bite Sempere--Autumn R. (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 110:52, p.5	4/21/2014	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.
7	'Mauritius' brings stamp collecting to extremes Baldus--Rachel (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:41, p.4	3/3/2014	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.
8	Kaleidoscope series presents Rosa Parks play to children for MLK Day Rubenbauer--Andrew (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 109:31, p.5	2/1/2013	"Walk on: the Rosa Parks story" was presented by Mad River Theater as part of the Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations.
9	'8 the Play' brings battle over Prop 8 top life Northern Iowan 109:29, p.4	1/25/2013	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.
10	Lysistrata gets modernized in time for 2012 elections Woolson--Brooks Michael (Student--2012) Northern Iowan 109:13, p.6	10/9/2012	Classic play sheds light on modern day situations in America. Playgoers will welcome the many parallels and references to the present American political situation.
11	'The Yellow Boat' explores life with AIDS through a child's eyes Tjossem--Kirsten Ruth (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 108:25, p.6	12/2/2011	Student Theatre Association to present play. Based on a true story, the play uses drama to address a real life situation.
12	Weber's thoughts become reality in 'Why, Felly' Braumann--Kari Sue (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 107:47, p.6	4/5/2011	The Interpreters Theatre presented "Why, Felly", written by Kyle Weber. Play is reviewed.
13	From lipstick to law: "Legally Blonde" delivers Trampel--Erin Elizabeth (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:14, p.4	10/15/2010	The musical "Legally Blonde" receives a very good review; photo.
14	Mistakes were (not) made Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:56, p.2	6/18/2010	Review of "Mistakes Madeline Made"; photo.
15	Count Dracula sucks in audiences with suspense, humor Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:51, p.7	4/20/2010	Review of production of the play, Count Dracula; photo.
16	"Almost, Maine" set to appear this weekend Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:25, p.7	12/4/2009	The universality of love is the theme of "Almost, Maine". Some scenes are sweet and some are moments before the happiness. Cast members fall in and out of love during the play; photo.
17	Strayer-Wood Theatre presentation of "Marat/Sade" pushes the boundaries Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:21, p.10	11/10/2009	Presentation is a play within a play. Real star of the show is guest costume designer, Cat Chow. Sounds of the insane members of the mob made Marat's speeches difficult to understand.
18	"What I Did Last Summer" captures plight of adolescence and conflict Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:11, p.9	10/6/2009	The A. R. Gurney play is being performed at the Strayer-Wood Theatre. A well-crafted set created a neat atmosphere of the house and the rugged outdoorsy feel of Anna's residence.
19	Torn between two loves Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:50, p.5	4/17/2009	Review of Sarah Ruhl's play, "Eurydice". The play will be performed in the Bertha Martin Theatre.
20	"Wild at Heart" delights audiences Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 105:17, p.9	10/28/2008	Review of the play "Wild at Heart", written and directed by Professor Paul Siddens; photo.
21	Bloodbath at Gallagher-Bluedorn Davidson--Nicole Jean (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:8, p.8	9/26/2008	Review of traveling company production of Sweeney Todd; photo.
22	New Theatre UNI show is "to die for" Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:41, p.8	3/7/2008	Theatre UNI's production of "Death of a Salesman" reviewed.
23	"Dead White Males" looks at issues facing modern-day teachers Reeder--Laura M. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:38, p.4	2/26/2008	Play is a dark comedy that explores the social and political issues facing teachers today.
24	Theatre UNI gets intimate with "Cloud 9" Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:21, p.10	11/6/2007	"Cloud 9", a presentation of Theatre UNI, reviewed; schedule of upcoming Theatre UNI productions.
25	Believe in the magic of "Midsummer Night" Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:19, p.9	10/30/2007	Review of Theatre UNI's production of "A Midsummer Nights Dream"; photo.
26	Last chance to see "Harvey" at Oster Regent; play proves to be success as performers become more confident in roles Kelly--Ned (Student--2004) Northern Iowan 101:12, p.12	10/8/2004	Review of the theatrical performance of "Harvey," given by UNI faculty members at the Oster Regent Theatre.
27	Memories of Ghost haunt poor Cliffy Blodgett--Clifford L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 100:53, p.9	4/23/2004	Review of Theatre UNI production of Henrik Ibsen's "Ghosts".
28	Sex, Drugs, Rock and Roll Blodgett--Clifford L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 100:24, p.11	11/21/2003	Review of the UNISTA production "Sex, Drugs, Rock and Roll".
29	Supporting cast outshines leading ladies in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Blodgett--Clifford L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 100:23, p.17	11/18/2003	Review of the play "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead"; photo.
30	Last chance to catch Lobster Alice Blodgett--Clifford L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 100:13, p.15	10/14/2003	Review of the play "Lobster Alice".
31	Rent, despite few flaws, leaves audiences breathless Gibleon--Brooke K. (Class of 2003) Northern Iowan 98:15, p.13	10/23/2001	Review of the play "Rent"; photo.
32	Verdict lies in hands of audience McDonald--Anna Northern Iowan 96:40, p.11	2/25/2000	Review of "The Night of January 16th" at the Cedar Falls Community Theatre; photo.
33	UNI theatre presents cure for semester end blues Ober--Kristi Northern Iowan 94:22, p.10	11/14/1997	Preview of the play "Noises Off"; photo.
34	Play grasps powerful story of survival Bingaman--Sarah Marie (Class of 2000) Northern Iowan 94:11, p.10	10/7/1997	Review of play "Sudden Loss of Altitude".
35	"Split" explores bad relationships Ober--Kristi Northern Iowan 94:10, p.12	10/3/1997	Review of play "Split".
36	"A Dybbuk" success at Strayer-Wood Hicks--Benjamin H. (Class of 1999) Northern Iowan 93:12, p.15	10/11/1996	Play "A Dybbuk" was a success; remaining performances are this weekend in Strayer-Wood Theatre.
37	"The naked play" more complex than mere issue of nudity; UNI Theatre's "Equus" provides wonderful discomfort Fees--Nikole Jean K. (Class of 1999) Northern Iowan 92:41, p.12	3/5/1996	Review of "Equus"; photo.
38	UNI students help bring humor to Oster Regent with 'The Foreigner' Koppes--Jennifer Northern Iowan 92:21, p.12	11/7/1995	Review of play; photo.
39	Studio Series tackles social issues, crabs Clarke--Nathan D. Northern Iowan 91:52, p.14	4/11/1995	A review of Studio Series' Production of "Cabfare," "Eulogy," "Day of Absence," and "Red Cross."
40	'Summer and Smoke' searching for meaning of life Hendrickson--Trevor Northern Edition 3:9, p.15	3/15/1995	Review of "Summer and Smoke".
41	"Drinking Gourd" fine attempt at greatness Hendrickson--Trevor Northern Edition 3:6, p.15	2/22/1995	Review of "The Drinking Gourd".
42	"The Drinking Gourd" recalls strength of race, celebrates freedom, spirit; in its premiere performance Clarke--Nathan D. Northern Iowan 91:39, p.9	2/17/1995	Review of play.
43	Life after high school? Wilkinson--William J. (Class of 1995) Northern Edition 3:5, p.13	2/15/1995	Review of "Is There Life After High School".
44	Perversity Chicago style Eaton--Sarah Northern Edition 3:3, p.8	2/1/1995	Review of "Sexual Perversity in Chicago"; photo.
45	"Sexual Perversity" raises questions about sex-90's style Clarke--Nathan D. Northern Iowan 91:34, p.9	1/31/1995	A review of the comedy "Sexual Perversity in Chicago" by David Mamet; photo.
46	The flavor of Theatre UNI's Wild Honey Eaton--Sarah Northern Edition 2:29, p.8	11/30/1994	Review of production of Chekhov's "Wild Honey".
47	"Vietnam: Perspectives and Performance" Wilkinson--William J. (Class of 1995) Northern Edition 2:28, p.11	11/16/1994	Review of local production.
48	"Zoo Story" not what it appears to be Eaton--Sarah Northern Edition 2:28, p.9	11/16/1994	Review of student production.
49	'Girley-Who?' is Abby, Andrea, and Sigrid Mullin--Matthew C. (Class of 1997) Northern Edition 2:27, p.11	11/9/1994	Review of Studio Theatre production and interview with cast.
50	A double shot of Interpreter's Theatre Eaton--Sarah Northern Edition 2:26, p.16	11/2/1994	Review of "The Birthmark" and "Heads Above Water, Heartblood in the Sand".

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