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2016–2017 Season

Roustabout | Jane Eyre: A Musical Drama | Love & Information | The Line Between

Roustabout

by Jay Torrence
Directed by Richard Perez
October 5–7, 13–15, 7:30 p.m.

  • Actors in colorful circus costumes perform on stage under bright lights and colorful banners. A sign above reads "HISTORICAL FICTION FACT," and a poster for the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus is displayed in the background.
  • A group of performers in colorful circus costumes stand on stage with one arm raised. The stage is decorated with vibrant banners and vintage circus posters. A sign above them reads "Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus" and another sign says "Historical Fiction Fact."
  • A group of six performers strike a dynamic pose on stage with a blue bokeh light backdrop. The performers are dressed in casual clothing, and the stage floor is blue with red accents.
  • A performer in a pink and blue costume sits on a colorful block, holding a mirror and applying makeup. Behind her are vintage circus posters.
  • A group of six performers energetically hold puppets and pose on stage, dressed in colorful, eclectic costumes.
  • A performer with braided hair, wearing an orange life jacket and red clown nose, stands on stage holding a large sack and a red ball. A green helmet lies on the floor in the foreground, and a circus-like blue and white barrel is behind them.
  • A group of actors on stage, with one man in a red jacket holding a blue ball labeled "WORLD PEACE" above his head. Other actors are gathered around him, some holding puppets. The background features a projected image of a large ladder and a building interior.
  • A scene from the play "by Jay Torrence, Directed by Richard Perez, October 5–7, 13–15, 7:30 p.m." featuring five actors on stage, two standing, two seated on the floor, and one standing with arms raised. The backdrop includes vintage circus posters, a large sign reading "Historical Fiction Fact," and a projection of a celestial scene with a ladder extending into the sky.
  • A female performer in a pink and blue costume, wearing a fake beard, dances joyfully on stage with a male performer in a red coat and top hat behind her. The stage is surrounded by mist, and colorful set pieces are visible.
Jane Eyre: A Musical Drama

by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird
Directed by Daina Robins
November 11–12, 16–19 , 7:30 p.m.

  • A large cast dressed in period costumes stands on stage, with two adults and a child in the foreground. The adults are seated, with the woman cradling a baby and the man sitting beside her. The child in a bright purple dress kneels beside them. The background features additional cast members in historical attire, all facing the audience.
  • Actors perform a scene from a play based on works by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird, directed by Daina Robins. The scene features a woman in a white wedding dress and veil holding a document, while another woman in a white dress reaches out to receive it. Other actors in period costumes stand in the background under stage lighting.
  • A stage production of "Jane Eyre" at Hope College, featuring a wedding scene. A bride and groom kneel before a minister on a staircase, while a group of people, dressed in period costumes, stand to the left, observing the ceremony. The background features large stained glass windows.
  • A dimly lit stage scene from a theatrical production directed by Daina Robins, with a woman in a white gown holding a candle in the center, surrounded by a group of people in period costumes. There are two people lying on separate beds on either side of her, one covered with a blanket and the other appearing to be asleep.
  • Two actors perform on stage in a dramatic scene from "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird, directed by Daina Robins. A woman in a nightgown holds a candle near a backdrop of projected flames, while a man in a long coat and boots stands in the foreground. The performance dates are November 11–12 and 16–19 at 7:30 p.m.
  • A group of actors in period costumes perform a dance on stage, with a backdrop resembling a large window overlooking a night sky with trees. The scene is from the play directed by Daina Robins, featuring works by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird.
  • Actors perform a scene from a play by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird, directed by Daina Robins, at Hope College. One actor, dressed in a colorful shawl, sits on a chair and holds the hand of another actor in an elegant blue gown, while three other actors in period costumes stand nearby, observing the interaction.
  • A stage scene from Hope College's production of "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Paul Gordon, and John Caird, directed by Daina Robins. Several actors in period costumes are positioned across the stage, with a backdrop resembling large windows with shutters. The lighting is dim, with a focus on the actors.
  • A man dressed in a white shirt and black pants stands next to a woman in a teal dress who is sitting on a wooden bench on stage during a performance. The stage is dimly lit with minimal set design, and steps are visible in the background.
Love & Information

by Caryl Churchill
Directed by Daina Robins
February 17–18, 22–25 , 7:30 p.m.

  • A theatrical scene with a person dressed in Santa Claus attire standing and gesturing towards another person who is sitting on a bed, wrapped in a blanket. The person on the bed is pointing at Santa Claus. A wrapped gift is placed in front of the bed. There is a green sofa and a person sitting in the background.
  • Two actors wearing lab coats and protective goggles perform a scene on stage. One actor stands and gestures with a raised finger, while the other actor sits at a table with scientific equipment, looking surprised.
  • A group of six actors in scout uniforms and yellow neckerchiefs perform on stage. One actor holds a stick, another a fishing rod, and a third actor wears a pot on his head. They appear to be gazing upwards with various expressions, creating a scene of curiosity and anticipation. The background is dark, emphasizing the actors under the stage lighting.
  • A group of actors, dressed in festive vests with Christmas tree designs, are seated and standing in a joyful and animated pose on stage. They appear to be in a moment of laughter and excitement, possibly during a scene from the play "by Caryl Churchill, Directed by Daina Robins," performed on February 17–18, 22–25 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Five actors stand on stage in a scene from a play. One actor on the left is kneeling, wearing a scarf and holding a black object. The second actor is standing, dressed in a white lab coat and holding a globe. The third actor is a young woman holding a teddy bear, wearing a dress and a headband with a pink bow. The fourth actor is a woman in a blazer, sweater, and necklace. The fifth actor is standing with a hand behind his head, wearing a collared shirt and red pants. The background features a textured wall and geometric shapes.
  • Actors perform a scene on stage with minimalistic furniture and props. One pair of actors sits on a couch holding a rose, another pair stands in the background with a bouquet of roses, and a third pair interacts at the side of the stage with a single rose.
  • A scene from a play directed by Daina Robins, with several actors on stage in a realistic set depicting a living room and a grassy outdoor area. The actors are engaged in various activities and conversations, creating a dynamic and naturalistic atmosphere.
  • Two young women are performing a scene on stage. One is standing with her hands in her pockets, wearing a pink knitted hat and a "Women's March" t-shirt. The other is sitting on a bed, holding a piece of paper. In the background, a man and a woman are sitting at a table, engaged in a conversation. The set includes a couch, chairs, and minimalist blue-grey walls.
  • Four actors dressed in yellow firefighter costumes stand on stage, engaging in a dramatic scene. The backdrop is dark with subtle textures, and a wooden structure is partially visible in the background.
The Line Between

An Ensemble Devised Piece
Directed by Daniel Kwiatkowski ('04) and Erik Saxvik ('04)
April 21–22, 26–29 , 7:30 p.m. April 23, 3:00 p.m.

  • Two performers kneel on a dark stage, facing each other across a narrow strip of light with a small white device placed in the center.
  • Three performers on a dark stage, with one person standing in the background, another kneeling and bowing down, and a third person sitting in a circular blue fabric, illuminated by stage lights.
  • A theatrical performance with actors on stage. In the foreground, several actors sit on the floor with props around them, while in the background, actors stand holding illuminated white umbrellas. The scene is part of an ensemble devised piece directed by Daniel Kwiatkowski and Erik Saxvik, scheduled for April 21–22, 26–29 at 7:30 p.m. and April 23 at 3:00 p.m.
  • Three performers in grey and black attire stand on a stage with shadowy figures in the background. The stage backdrop resembles minimalist house shapes with illuminated silhouettes.
  • Three figures in dark hooded cloaks with mesh masks stand on stage under a crescent moon, holding a white cloth.
  • A person stands on a dimly lit stage, with a crescent moon projected on a purple background. A bright, white line runs diagonally across the floor. The scene is part of an ensemble devised piece directed by Daniel Kwiatkowski and Erik Saxvik.
  • A group of performers in colorful, eclectic costumes energetically act out a scene on stage, with one holding a violin. The scene is part of an ensemble-devised piece directed by Daniel Kwiatkowski ('04) and Erik Saxvik ('04).
  • A person stands on a dimly lit stage facing a tall wall covered with ivy and protruding arms wrapped in fabric, creating an eerie atmosphere.
  • A group of actors stand together on the left side of a stage dressed in various costumes, while two actors on the right side, one gesturing with a raised finger, face them. A white line runs diagonally across the dark stage floor.

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