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2010–2011 Season

Almost, Maine | Street Scene | Under Milkwood | Gone Missing

Almost, Maine

by John Cariani
Directed by Daina Robins
October 8–9 & 12–15, 2010

  • Two actors perform on a minimalist stage with a bench and abstract backdrop. One actor, a woman, stands with a neutral expression, while the other actor, a man, holds up two notebooks labeled "Things This Way" and "Things That Way."
  • Two actors on stage, one in a brown long-sleeved shirt and plaid pajama pants, the other in a pink winter coat, gray gloves, and a white beanie. They stand in front of a backdrop resembling a snowy landscape. Red bundles are scattered on the ground between them, and an orange armchair is in the background.
  • Two actors perform on stage in a scene from "Almost, Maine" by John Cariani, directed by Daina Robins. One stands with a hand on their chest, wearing a blue winter jacket and boots, while the other kneels beside them, wearing glasses and a brown coat. The background depicts a wintery landscape.
  • A young woman and man dressed in winter clothing sit on a bench, looking upward. The woman wears earmuffs, mittens, a green jacket, and jeans, while the man wears a beanie, scarf, beige jacket, and jeans. Snowflakes are visible on their clothing. The background is a gradient of blue, suggesting a night sky.
  • Two actors on stage, one wearing a red plaid jacket and cowboy hat, and the other in a brown coat and cap, gaze thoughtfully into the distance. The scene is part of the play "by John Cariani, Directed by Daina Robins, October 8–9 & 12–15, 2010" at Hope College.
  • Two actors perform a scene at a wooden table with beer cans on it. The woman stands, leaning on the table with a cloth in her hand, while the man sits, looking contemplative.
Street Scene

by Kurt Weill
Directed by John Tammi
November 17–20, 2010

  • A scene from the play "Almost, Maine" by John Cariani, directed by Daina Robins, performed at Hope College in October 2010. The stage set depicts an urban street with actors dressed in period clothing engaged in animated conversation.
  • A young man in suspenders and a cap holds a trash can on a stage set resembling an urban neighborhood. Three women are in the background; one stands on a stoop with crossed arms holding a cloth, another sits on the steps with a laundry basket, and the third looks out from a window, holding a hand fan.
  • A group of actors in vintage clothing perform on a set resembling an old building entrance. Some stand on the steps, while others are on the ground, engaging in various expressive poses and gestures. A sign on the wall reads, "Flat To Let 6 Rooms Steam Heat."
  • A group of actors on stage, with a woman in an orange dress holding a brown bag and a man in white clothing holding a black bag, surrounded by other actors in period costumes.
  • Three actors perform a scene on stage in front of a set designed to look like the exterior of an old building. One actor, dressed as a policeman, stands to the side while a woman in a black dress holds a piece of black fabric and faces another man dressed in overalls and a white t-shirt holding a cap.
  • Stage scene from a play by John Cariani, directed by Daina Robins, showing a street view with multiple characters interacting around a building facade. The image captures the performance from October 8–9 & 12–15, 2010.
  • Two actors performing a scene on stage, with one man in a light-colored suit and a woman in a pink dress, both striking expressive poses in front of a staircase backdrop.
  • A group of actors performing a dramatic scene on stage for the play "by John Cariani, directed by Daina Robins" at Hope College. The actors are dressed in period costumes, and the set design features a gritty, urban backdrop with a sign that reads "Flat to Let, 6 Rooms, Steam Heat." One actor is being restrained by others, creating a tense atmosphere.
  • Actors perform a scene from a play set in front of a building with stairs and multiple windows. Some actors are seated on the steps, while others stand or lean on the railing. The backdrop depicts a mural and a sign that reads "Flat To Let 6 Rooms Steam Heat."
  • Two women dressed in period attire stand on a stage set resembling a city street, looking at a newspaper. They are next to two vintage baby carriages, one black and one red.
  • Cast members in period costumes holding ice cream cones on stage during the production of "Almost, Maine" by John Cariani, directed by Daina Robins, performed at Hope College in October 2010.
  • A theater set depicting the exterior of a building at 346, with detailed murals of people on the walls. The set includes a stoop with stairs leading to a door, several windows, a fire escape, and a red fire hydrant in the foreground.
Under Milkwood

by Dylan Thomas
Directed by John Tammi
February 18–19 & March 2–5, 2011

  • Two actors performing on stage in a production of "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, at Hope College. One actor, a woman, is kneeling in the foreground with a pail, while the other actor, a man, stands behind her holding a book and an umbrella. The performance took place on February 18–19 and March 2–5, 2011.
  • Two actors perform in the play "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi at Hope College in February and March 2011. One actor, a young woman, stands behind an older man seated in a chair, smiling warmly and embracing him. The man, with a beard and wearing a striped shirt, looks up at her with a content expression.
  • A male actor dressed in period clothing, wearing a beanie, is seated and holding a corset with a laced front. He has a surprised expression on his face. The scene is from the play "UNDER MILKWOOD" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, performed from February 18–19 and March 2–5, 2011 at Hope College.
  • Five male actors in vintage clothing perform a scene from "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, at Hope College in February and March 2011. They are holding metal mugs, with one actor appearing to confront another while the others watch intently.
  • A young woman wearing a straw hat and holding books looks upward with a thoughtful expression. Behind her, a man in period clothing smiles, holding a small object. Another person, partially visible, sits on the ground looking towards the man. The background is dark, suggesting a stage setting for the play "UNDER MILKWOOD by Dylan Thomas, Directed by John Tammi, February 18–19 & March 2–5, 2011."
  • Five actors in period costumes are engaged in conversation on stage during a performance of "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, performed on February 18–19 and March 2–5, 2011. They hold baskets and appear to be in character.
  • Two actors on stage in a scene from "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, performed in February and March 2011. One actor is holding a cloth and the other a metal mug, both dressed in vintage clothing and lit against a dark background.
  • A group of actors, dressed in period clothing, are seated in a circle on stage, engaged in a scene from "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas. A man stands behind them, watching intently. The stage is dimly lit, highlighting the actors against a dark background.
  • Two actors in period costumes perform a scene from "Under Milkwood" by Dylan Thomas, directed by John Tammi, on stage at Hope College, February 18-19 & March 2-5, 2011. One actor is wearing a coat and scarf, looking up and gesturing towards the other actor, who is dressed in a vest and cap.
Gone Missing

By Steven Cosson
Directed by Daina Robins
April 15–16 & 19–21, 2011

  • A theatrical performance with a single actor sitting on a stool in the center, making a gesture with his hand. Other cast members are seated or standing in the background under dim lighting. The stage set features abstract geometric designs.
  • Three actors stand on stage under dramatic lighting, each with a microphone and their arms raised in expressive gestures. The background includes stools and a drum set.
  • Theater stage set with abstract geometric wall design, blue and purple lighting, and a drum set with stools. Caption: "By Steven Cosson, Directed by Daina Robins, April 15–16 & 19–21, 2011."
  • Six performers stand on stage with their hands raised, each in front of a microphone, during a theatrical production directed by Daina Robins at Hope College in April 2011. The background features abstract geometric shapes.
  • A group of actors on stage performing a theatrical scene. One man stands in the foreground holding a microphone, while the others stand behind him, dramatically posing with their hands on their chests. The stage is dimly lit with abstract set pieces in the background.
  • A group of six actors perform on stage, with one actor standing at a microphone in the center. They are dressed in casual business attire and appear to be in mid-movement. The backdrop consists of abstract geometric shapes. The performance is directed by Daina Robins and written by Steven Cosson, presented on April 15–16 & 19–21, 2011 at Hope College.
  • A band performing on stage, featuring a bassist, drummer, pianist, and saxophonist, with geometric art in the background. The scene is from a play by Steven Cosson, directed by Daina Robins, that took place on April 15-16 and 19-21, 2011.
  • A man sits on a stool and speaks into a microphone, surrounded by a group of performers standing behind him on a dimly lit stage.
  • A group of eleven actors dressed in dark business attire are on stage, posing dramatically with intense expressions. The background is dark with abstract set pieces. The caption reads: "By Steven Cosson Directed by Daina Robins April 15–16 & 19–21, 2011"

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