CWUTheatre CalendarTheatre Calendarhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/calendaren-usThe Pink Unicornhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/pink-unicornFriday, April 12Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts,Student Life<p><strong>A One Woman Show Written and Performed by Elise Forier-Edie</strong></p><p><strong>Hertz Auditorium</strong></p><p>Trisha Lee, a Christian widow living in a small Texas town, finds herself grappling with fear, confusion and ostracism when her teenage daughter announces she is "gender queer" and starting a chapter of the Gay and Straight Alliance (GSA) at the local high school.&nbsp; When the school principal rejects the GSA's application for inclusion as a school club, Trisha must choose sides in her rapidly dividing town.&nbsp; Will she stand with her daughter, or with the status quo?&nbsp; "The Pink Unicorn" traces an ordinary woman's extraordinary journey from ignorance to advocacy, in a fight being staged every day in small towns and high schools across America.<br><br>The show was created with support of the Blue Mountain Center, Kent Stephens' Stage Force in Kittery ME, a CAH Creativity Grant and DogTown Theatre.</p><p>Not appropriate for audiences under 14</p><p>Free Event</p>Thursday, March 281364511356Central Theatre Ensemble presents: A NIGHT at the FIGHTS: Showcase http://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-night-fights-showcaseFriday, April 26Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:30:00Alumni,Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>A tribute to Mr. David Boushey, CWU alum, founder of the United Stuntmen's Association, the International Stunt School, the Society of American Fight Directors, and is a member of The Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall Of Fame, and friend of&nbsp; CWU theatre arts. Central Sword Players will feature their talents in stage combat and will also showcase the collection of stage weapons recently donated to the department by Mr. Bouchey.</p><p><strong>April 26 and 27 at 7:30 PM<br>April 28 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Milo Smith Tower Theatre</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623632Central Theatre Ensemble presents: A NIGHT at the FIGHTS: Showcase http://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-combat-showcase-0Saturday, April 27Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:30:00Alumni,Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>A tribute to Mr. David Boushey, CWU alum, founder of the United Stuntmen's Association, the International Stunt School, the Society of American Fight Directors, and is a member of The Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall Of Fame, and friend of&nbsp; CWU theatre arts. Central Sword Players will feature their talents in stage combat and will also showcase the collection of stage weapons recently donated to the department by Mr. Bouchey.</p><p><strong>April 26 and 27 at 7:30 PM<br>April 28 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Milo Smith Tower Theatre</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623698Central Theatre Ensemble presents:A NIGHT at the FIGHTS: Showcase http://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-combat-showcase-1Sunday, April 28Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:00:00Alumni,Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>A tribute to Mr. David Boushey, CWU alum, founder of the United Stuntmen's Association, the International Stunt School, the Society of American Fight Directors, and is a member of The Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall Of Fame, and friend of&nbsp; CWU theatre arts. Central Sword Players will feature their talents in stage combat and will also showcase the collection of stage weapons recently donated to the department by Mr. Bouchey.</p><p><strong>April 26 and 27 at 7:30 PM<br>April 28 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Milo Smith Tower Theatre</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623758Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstarFriday, May 10Fri, 10 May 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623233Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstar-0Saturday, May 11Sat, 11 May 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623273Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstar-1Sunday, May 12Sun, 12 May 2013 14:00:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623333Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstar-2Friday, May 17Fri, 17 May 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623417Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstar-3Saturday, May 18Sat, 18 May 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623468Central Theatre Ensemble presents: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/central-theatre-ensemble-presents-jesus-christ-superstar-4Sunday, May 19Sun, 19 May 2013 14:00:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>Based on history and on the Gospels, this modern masterpiece depicts the last week in the life of Jesus Christ, including the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the clearing of the Temple, the trial before Pilate, the crucifixion and other events.&nbsp; The passionate depiction of characters, crisis, struggle and tragedy through the medium of rock music has stunned and inspired audiences for decades.&nbsp; Share in the experience as Central Theatre Ensemble brings this stirring piece to life.&nbsp; Not recommended for young children--probably best for audiences 10 years old and up.</p><p><strong>A Rock Musical</strong></p><p><strong>May 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 PM<br>May 12 and 19 at 2:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623525A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company and Central Theatre Ensemble: THE SPRING DANCE CONCERThttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/joint-project-orchesis-dance-company-and-central-theatre-ensemble-spring-dance-concertThursday, May 30Thu, 30 May 2013 21:45:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>This perennial favorite returns as the BFA lightening students team-up with the Orchesis Dance Company&nbsp; in presenting this Spring Showcase.&nbsp; Student and faculty choreography and lighting are featured in this collaborative effort between the two departments.</p><p><strong>A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company</strong></p><p><strong>May 30, 31, June 1 at 7:30 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357623936A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company and Central Theatre Ensemble: THE SPRING DANCE CONCERThttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/joint-project-orchesis-dance-company-and-central-theatre-ensemble-spring-dance-concert-0Friday, May 31Fri, 31 May 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>This perennial favorite returns as the BFA lightening students team-up with the Orchesis Dance Company&nbsp; in presenting this Spring Showcase.&nbsp; Student and faculty choreography and lighting are featured in this collaborative effort between the two departments.</p><p><strong>A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company</strong></p><p><strong>May 30, 31, June 1 at 7:30 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357624027THE SPRING FASHION SHOW - A joint project with United State Institute for Theatre Technology CWU Student Chapter, CWU Fashion Club, and The Fashion Merchandising Programhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/spring-fashion-show-joint-project-united-state-institute-theatre-technology-cwu-student-chapter-cwuSaturday, June 1Sat, 01 Jun 2013 14:00:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p><br>Building on successful collaborative efforts over the past&nbsp; five years, the CWU student chapter of the United State Institute for Theatre Technology joins the CWU Fashion Club and Fashion Merchandising program in highlighting the talents of students in all three areas.</p><p>A joint project with United State Institute for Theatre Technology CWU Student Chapter,&nbsp; CWU Fashion Club, and&nbsp; The Fashion Merchandising Program</p><p><strong>June 1 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Milo Smith Tower Theatre</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>Monday, January 71357624199A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company and Central Theatre Ensemble: THE SPRING DANCE CONCERThttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/joint-project-orchesis-dance-company-and-central-theatre-ensemble-spring-dance-concert-1Saturday, June 1Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p>This perennial favorite returns as the BFA lightening students team-up with the Orchesis Dance Company&nbsp; in presenting this Spring Showcase.&nbsp; Student and faculty choreography and lighting are featured in this collaborative effort between the two departments.</p><p><strong>A joint project with Orchesis Dance Company</strong></p><p><strong>May 30, 31, June 1 at 7:30 PM</strong></p><p><strong>McConnell Auditorium</strong></p>Monday, January 71357624078THE SPRING FASHION SHOW - A joint project with United State Institute for Theatre Technology CWU Student Chapter, CWU Fashion Club, and The Fashion Merchandising Programhttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/spring-fashion-show-joint-project-united-state-institute-theatre-technology-cwu-student-chapter-cw-0Saturday, June 1Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:30:00Entertainment,Fine & Performing Arts<p><br>Building on successful collaborative efforts over the past&nbsp; five years, the CWU student chapter of the United State Institute for Theatre Technology joins the CWU Fashion Club and Fashion Merchandising program in highlighting the talents of students in all three areas.</p><p>A joint project with United State Institute for Theatre Technology CWU Student Chapter,&nbsp; CWU Fashion Club, and&nbsp; The Fashion Merchandising Program</p><p><strong>June 1 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Milo Smith Tower Theatre</strong></p>Monday, January 71357624273Washington State Thespian Conferencehttp://www.cwu.edu/theatre/washington-state-thespian-conferenceThursday, March 20Thu, 20 Mar 2014 17:00:00Other<p>CWU hosts the Washington State Thespian Conference Mar 20-22</p><p>Events will occur in the SURC, McConnell, Hebeler, Hertz, and Boullion Hall</p>Monday, March 181363674528