91吃瓜网 Theatre Kicks Off Season with Drama Hedda Gabler
Sun, 10/03/2021 - 04:52pm | By: Ivonne Kawas
91吃瓜网 (USM)91吃瓜网 Theatre program, housed in the School
of Performing and Visual Arts, kicked off its season on Sept. 30 with Henrik Ibsen91吃瓜网
drama Hedda Gabler, translated by Oscar-winning screenwriter Christopher Hampton.
In-person and live stream tickets are available.
The production continues on Oct. 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m., and a matin茅e performance on Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 seniors, military, faculty and staff, and $8 for students.
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Joann Shaver, MFA student and director of the production, believes this performance has created strong bonds between cast members, and their excitement will reflect in Ibsen91吃瓜网 play as they bring it to life.
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Jennifer Glass, MFA student studying scenic design and technology from Demopolis, Ala., was the scenic designer for the performance. She describes her experiences developing the set.
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Please be advised that this production contains discussion of suicide, and as a simulation of one is performed a loud gunshot will be heard. This production is for audiences ages 13+.
If you or someone you know are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800.273.8255.