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Carmen: Can this sultry vixen attract a younger crowd?

From May 9-17, the Detroit Opera House will be showing its final production of the season, Gorges Bizet’s legendary tale of destruction is one of the most famous operas of all time.
Having its first premiere in 1875, “Carmen” was a commercial flop. Now, it is one of the top most performed operas in North America.

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Two premieres to see

“All My Sons” and “Zora Is My Name”

Tragedy, folklore, history and passion will permeate the stages when two plays open at the Bonstelle and Hilberry Theatres on Feb. 20. The theatre students will be presenting two tales; one based on the life of a real person, and the other on genuine life experiences. Full story

What were they thinking?

After the audience waited more than an hour for the play to begin Jan. 24 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History, an announcer came on stage and said the show would promptly begin in 15 minutes. Full story

Hilberry production provides abundant humor and examination of existence

“What’s it all about?” asked Rosencrantz in “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead,” Tom Stoppard’s imaginative play, which acquired its title from a line in the fifth act of “Hamlet.”

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Puppet show hilariously teaches life lessons

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You remember that little show called “Sesame Street” that taught you all the lessons you needed to get through the early years of your life?

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New Bonstelle play is madly hilarious

“The Madwoman of Chaillot”

Even though the play was written in 1945, “The Madwoman of Chaillot” — featured at the Bonstelle Theatre each weekend until Oct. 26 — tells a story that deals with issues which resonate strongly in the modern world. The show was directed by Dennis E. North, stage-managed by Jennifer Patrick and adapted by Maurice Valency from a script by Jean Giraudoux. Full story

Play promotes understanding of blacks and Hispanics

"Platanos and Collard Greens" challenges stereotypes of the two races

Do collard greens really go with platanos? They did in the play "Platanos and Collard Greens," performed in the Undergraduate Library on Oct. 2. "Platanos" tackled issues on race, stereotypes and the realities of blacks and Hispanics expressed through poetry lyrics and punch lines. Full story

Hilberry play to poke fun at couples’ ‘Bad Habits’

Sometimes a bad habit shouldn’t be broken. WSU’s Studio Theatre presents a new habit to add to that list of vices. “Bad Habits: Dunelawn” is set to open downstairs in the Hilberry Theatre, 4743 Cass Ave., Nov. 27, 28 and Dec. 3 through 5.

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A Celtic ‘Midsummer Night’

Hilberry’s rendition of Shakespeare’s play remains light-hearted

It’s always that first scene that puts everyone in the mood. The scene that makes everyone think: “this is going to be amazing,” or “eh, this is going to stink.” Whether it’s a play or movie, the setting tells the story. In this case, the crowd is taken back in time to ancient Athens. The opening night of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” by William Shakespeare, captivated the Hilberry Theatre’s audience on Friday, Nov. 6.

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February play review

Simple yet elegant; that short description embodies the Bonstelle Theatre’s production of “Zora Is My Name!” This play, adapted by award-winning actress Ruby Dee from the stories of Harlem Renaissance icon Zora Neal Hurston, is a mix of African-American folklore interspersed throughout tales of Zora’s early life. Full story

Lousy play harkens old-school prejudice

I sat in the back left corner of the small Broadway Theater at 1515 Broadway on Jan. 24. I plotted out the perfect seat for what I anticipated would be a good play about spousal abuse and the power of prayer. Full story

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Studio Theatre begins semester with laughs

Wayne State’s Studio Theatre held its premiere of John Patrick’s comedic play “A Bad Year for Tomatoes.” Full story

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To be or not to be a masterpiece?

'Hamlet’

Wayne State’s Hilberry Repertory Theatre Company performed William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” directed by Blair Anderson, superbly on Oct. 24. Actors included James Kuhl as Hamlet, Christina Flynn as Ophelia, Aaron Kirby as Horatio, Brian P. Sage as Claudius, Dylan Stuckey as Rosencrantz, Rob Pantano as Guildenstern and Caroline Price as Gertrude. Full story

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Pearl Cleage’s play is a success

‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’

“Blues for an Alabama Sky” by Pearl Cleage is a remarkable play that all should consider seeing. The play focuses on African-Americans in Harlem during the Great Depression. Cleage addresses several themes in this play, including homosexuality, abortion and poverty. Full story

Eurydice

Modern age 'Eurydice' captivates audience

The evening of Oct. 3 was damp and chilly, not too unusual for this time of year. As the clock neared 8 p.m., several audience members scurried to find their seats. The stage lights came up, and a pair of actors appeared on stage, officially marking the start of the Hilberry Theatre's 2008-2009 season. The season's opening play is Sarah Ruhl's "Eurydice." Full story