Soledad, a young dreamer, and her best friend, the moon, explore the difficulty of making friends, finding common ground in differences, and what it means to find one’s place in the universe. Don't miss this magical, bilingual show that speaks to young audiences and opens hearts of all ages. Author, Ramon Esquivel; Director, Kris Peterson. Post-show Discussion on October 7 & 14, ASL on October 14.
By BYU Student Playwrights; Directed by George Nelson and Cameron Cox This fast-paced, annual festival showcases the best of student playwriting in an evening of 10-minute plays performed by an ensemble of our brightest young actors. Support new work and become acquainted with the next generation of playwrights who will change the world.
Yes, it has an off-putting title, but this Tony award-winning satirical musical has a heart that will delight you. Follow dashing everyman Bobby Strong and oblivious yet beautiful Hope Cladwell as they fight for their love in a world overrun with greed, corruption, and environmental distress.
By William Shakespeare; Directed by Tony Gunn Humor, romance, and wacky fun take centerstage in William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, performed by BYU’s Young Company. It’s the traditional story of boy meets girl, girl disguises herself as a boy, and then a different girl falls in love with the girl dressed as a boy. You’ll dote on all the “didn’t see that coming” twists and turns in this delightful comedy. Discounts available for current BYU students and employees, senior…
CONTEMPORARY VOICES: Play Readings From Award-Winning Scripts
Feb.
24/2022
7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of carefully curated script-in-hand readings of the best of contemporary American theatre. Engage with the work of master playwrights whose important voices might otherwise not be heard in our university community. Students bring life to these scripts through rehearsed readings, and we invite the audience to join us for a post-show conversation about the themes, complications, and joys of these plays. Post-Show Discussion after each show: The Christians—Author, Lucas Hnath: February 24 & March 5…
By Patrick Barlow, based on the novel by John Buchan Directed by Joanna Noall Student Directed Work The 39 Steps has it all—murder, a dastardly plot, high-stakes chases, love, and death-defying feats—with only four herculean actors playing over 150 characters at breakneck speed! Punctuated with simple-yet-ingenious stagecraft, The 39 Steps is perfect for anyone who loves a good laugh, theatre magic, and a timeless story!
Student workCome and preview performances by the acting and Music Dance Theatre (MDT) seniors who will travel to New York to present songs, scenes, and dances as an audition for industry producers and directors.