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2020–2021 Season

Twelfth Night | The Thanksgiving Play | Detroit ’67 | Ordinary Days

Twelfth Night

by William Shakespeare
Directed by Daina Robins
October 2, 8-9, 6:00 p.m. 3-4, 10, 1:00 p.m.

  • Outdoor theater performance with actors wearing period costumes and masks, directed by Daina Robins. The audience sits on the grass, watching the play by William Shakespeare at Hope College. The stage is set against a brick building backdrop with potted flowers.
  • Outdoor theater performance with actors in costume wearing face masks. Audience members are seated on the grass and in chairs, watching the play. Brick buildings and greenery are visible in the background.
  • Outdoor performance at Hope College with two actors dressed in plaid costumes, one standing on a platform and the other gesturing dramatically. An audience sits on the grass watching the play, with the DeWitt Student and Cultural Center building in the background.
  • Actors performing an outdoor scene from a William Shakespeare play in front of the DeWitt Student and Cultural Center at Hope College. One actor, dressed in a plaid jacket and mask, raises a hand while another actor, in a black dress, looks on, and a third actor, in a red hat and pants, leans against a wall. An audience member sits in the foreground.
  • Actors performing a scene from a William Shakespeare play directed by Daina Robins on the steps of a building at Hope College, with one actor in a plaid jacket and another in a bright red outfit.
  • Outdoor performance of a Shakespeare play at Hope College, featuring an actor in a brown suit and hat with a white ruffled shirt, wearing a face mask, gesturing with both hands raised. The actor is watched by an audience seated on blankets and folding chairs on the lawn. Another masked performer in a black outfit stands nearby. The setting includes potted flowers and a backdrop of campus buildings.
  • Two actors in costume, wearing face masks, perform an outdoor scene from a William Shakespeare play. One actor on the left wears a hat and dark clothing, while the other on the right wears a patterned coat. The scene takes place in front of a building entrance with steps, potted flowers, and lamp posts.
  • Two actors perform an outdoor scene in front of a building, one standing on a bench pointing upward, the other crouched nearby, both wearing plaid costumes and black face masks.
  • An actor in a bright red hat and pants performs outdoors under the shade of tall green trees. The surroundings include lantern-style lights and a building with large windows.
The Thanksgiving Play

by Larissa FastHorse
Directed by Richard Perez
October 30, November 5-6, 7:00 p.m. October 31, November 1, 7, 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

  • Four actors wearing masks perform on stage with a set decorated to resemble a classroom, featuring a chalkboard with "Welcome Team!" written on it, posters on the back wall, and various props including a mannequin and a wooden crate.
  • A person wearing a blue face mask, a dark jacket, and brown pants is gesturing with their hands on a stage. There are ladders and stage props in the background.
  • Two actors wearing face masks perform on stage, with one gesturing and the other looking on. The set includes a ladder, various props, and posters on the back wall advertising different plays.
  • Four actors on a stage, wearing face masks, rehearsing a scene. One actor points while speaking, and another actor stands with hands on hips. Two actors are sitting, with one in the background and the other to the side. A green chalkboard with "Welcome Team!" written on it, posters, a mannequin, and various props are visible in the background.
  • A young woman wearing a face mask, pink cardigan, light pink crop top, and jeans stands on a stage with theatrical props and equipment in the background.
  • Person wearing a mask, plaid shirt, white t-shirt, and blue pants, gesturing with their hands in a rehearsal space with ladders, crates, and chairs in the background.
  • Two actors wearing face masks are having a conversation on a stage set filled with various props, including a wooden crate, a mannequin, a small table with snacks, and a hand sanitizer bottle. Posters of past performances are displayed on the wall behind them.
  • A woman wearing a denim jacket, floral dress, and face mask holds a glass jar while standing on stage. Behind her are various theater posters on a black wall, and in front of her is a table with a bottle of hand sanitizer.
  • Two actors, both wearing face masks, perform a scene on stage with a table between them. The actor on the left gestures while the actor on the right listens. The table holds a brown paper bag and a bottle of hand sanitizer. The background features posters of various productions and a mannequin.
Detroit '67

by Dominique Morisseau
Directed by Richard Perez
February 26-27, March 4-6, 7:30 p.m. 28, 2:00 p.m. 

  • Two actors wearing masks perform a scene in a domestic setting with a bar counter, stools, and a vintage refrigerator. Posters on the wall include one of Malcolm X and another advertising a show by The Temptations. A lamp on a shelf illuminates the background.
  • Two actors wearing masks perform on stage in a room set with a white brick wall, a lamp, and a wooden armchair with a red throw blanket. One actor gestures towards the other, who stands near a lamp and a painting of a seated figure. Multicolored string lights hang in the background.
  • A person wearing a mask and colorful clothing sits on the edge of a floral-patterned couch, handling a string of holiday lights. The background features a wooden staircase with colorful string lights, a large black fist mural, and two framed pictures on a gray brick wall.
  • Theater set for a play directed by Richard Perez, featuring a living room with a staircase, colorful lights, a couch, and wall decorations. Four actors are on stage; one is adjusting a picture on the wall, another stands near the staircase, and two are near a bar area. The walls display various posters and artwork, including a raised fist symbol.
  • A person wearing a black face mask, a light-colored shirt, and brown pants sits in a wooden chair with a red blanket draped over it. The background consists of wooden panels.
  • Four actors perform on stage in a living room set, featuring a wooden staircase, patterned couch, and various wall decorations. The actors are wearing face masks. Multicolored string lights are visible on the staircase railing.
  • Two actors wearing face masks are engaged in a scene at a wooden bar counter. One actor is standing behind the bar, while the other is seated on a barstool. A poster of Malcolm X with the text "By Any Means Necessary" is on the wall behind them. The setting includes barware, bottles, and a lamp.
  • A man dressed in 1970s-style clothing, including a yellow and black patterned jacket, yellow shirt, and brown pants, stands on stage. He is wearing glasses and a black face mask. Behind him is a gray brick wall with a poster of a boxer and a vintage concert poster for "The Temptations." A chair and an old refrigerator are also visible on stage.
  • Three actors perform a scene on stage with a set designed to look like a living room. One actor stands in the center with arms outstretched, wearing a red checkered shirt and khaki pants. Another actor stands to the left in a colorful top and yellow pants, while a third actor stands to the right in a striped shirt and red shorts. The set includes a floral couch, a refrigerator, and a bar area with stools. The backdrop features a large black fist, two paintings, and a poster for The Temptations.
Ordinary Days

by Adam Gwon
Directed by Daina Robins
April 16-17, 22-24, 7:30 p.m. 18, 2:00 p.m.

  • A person wearing a black face mask, a plaid shirt, and a cap, holding a piece of paper on stage with a blue background and a silhouette of a city skyline.
  • Two actors in masks sit at a small table with coffee cups, performing a scene on stage. Another actor wearing a mask stands in the background. The scene is part of a play by Adam Gwon, directed by Daina Robins, with performances on April 16-17, 22-24 at 7:30 p.m. and April 18 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Two actors wearing face masks sit on a bench with a cityscape backdrop. One actor wears a beige jacket and tie, holding a bottle, while the other wears a colorful patterned dress, also holding a bottle. The scene is from a play by Adam Gwon, directed by Daina Robins, with performances scheduled for April 16-17 and 22-24 at 7:30 p.m., and April 18 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Two actors wearing black masks perform on stage with a cityscape backdrop. One actor sits on a bench holding a bag, while the other stands behind the bench, gesturing with their hands. The scene is from a production directed by Daina Robins, with show dates listed in the caption.
  • Two actors wearing masks perform on stage against a backdrop of a city skyline during a scene from the play "by Adam Gwon, Directed by Daina Robins," taking place April 16-17, 22-24 at 7:30 p.m. and April 18 at 2:00 p.m.
  • A performer wearing a black face mask and grey cardigan holds a grey knit scarf on stage with a blue background.
  • A performer in a green shirt and black mask gestures with open arms on stage, with a cityscape backdrop and a chair and table as props. The caption reads: "by Adam Gwon Directed by Daina Robins April 16-17, 22-24, 7:30 p.m. 18, 2:00 p.m."
  • Four actors wearing face masks perform on stage with a backdrop of a city skyline at sunset. Colorful paper pieces are scattered in the air.
  • A performer wearing a blue sweater, white pants, brown boots, and a black mask stands on stage with a city skyline backdrop, gesturing with their hands.

 

 

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