A Midsummer Night's Dream
August 4-14, 2011
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Grace Anastasiadis
Shakespeare's classic, comic tale of powerful and mischievous fairies and foolish young lovers comes to life as AC kicks-off it’s 17th season. Just as the pair of lovers are transported to a magical world beyond their imaginations, so too will audiences experience the journey in HCC's beautiful and very cool Smith Theatre —for a Dream unlike any other.
A Passion for Broadway: A Cabaret
October 7, 2011
Presented by the Arts Collective
Directed by Grace Anastasiadis and Jenny Male
Arts Collective brings passion to the stage this fall! Keith Tittermary will tickle the ivories for HCC's wildly gifted students, alumni and guest artists as they croon and belt their way through Broadway's most moving and passionate musical theatre hits! Visit AC’s website after September 10th to view the cast and musical numbers included in this one-night-only cabaret!
Spring's Awakening
November 10 – 20, 2011
Co-Presented by HCC’s Theatre Program and the Arts Collective
A Play by Frank Wedekind
Directed by Michael Stebbins
Frank Wedekind's lyrical, thoughtful, and provocative 1891 play reflects on the mysterious and complex passage from innocence to adulthood. Over a hundred years after being banned throughout Europe for its starkly honest depiction of adolescent emotions and sexuality, this masterpiece went on to inspire the Tony award-winning musical.
What Improv Group?!?!
December 9, 2011
Presented by the Arts Collective
Directed by Susan G. Kramer
HCC's only improv troupe, What Improv Group?!?! (W.I.G.), returns to the stage! Crafty storytelling and rich characters define W.I.G.'s distinct take on improv, featuring everything from the absurdly hilarious to the deeply touching, and everywhere in between. Visit AC’s website mid-October to view the cast and what W.I.G. is up to… just for you!
Student Playwright Showcase
February 2 - 3, 2012
Co-Presented by HCC’s Theatre Program and the Arts Collective
Following the success of last year's debut showcase, audiences are invited to once again sit back and relax in HCC’s amazing Monteabaro Recital Hall! This exciting event features readings of brand-new works written and performed by HCC students and special guest artists. Support today’s fresh voices right here at Howard Community College!
Dance Company Performance
March 1– 4, 2011
Presented by the Arts Collective
Directed by Renée Brozic Barger
Now in its 6th Season, AC's outstanding Student Dance Company will perform the stellar choreography of visiting professional guest artists and faculty. A moving celebration inside dance and imagination, following the same magic featured in last season’s Spring Forward. A tremendous experience for student dancers, local choreographers and audience alike.
Shakespeare's Birthday Celebration
April 17, 2012
Co-Presented by HCC’s Theatre Program and the Arts Collective
Director TBA
Come frolic with us on the back-lawns of HCC’s most magical performance space: Dreier Stage. This spring’s annual celebration will honor the Bard’s reflections on desire and jealousy featuring HCC students, staff, special guests and more! All are invited to this fun, free event which promises sonnets, stage combat, readings, and of course, birthday cake!
Urinetown
May 3 – 13, 2012
Presented by the Arts Collective
Music and Lyrics by Mark Hollmann, book and lyrics by Greg Kotis
Directed by Jenny Male
Musical Direction by Keith Tittermary
In this smart and hilarious satire of American business, no one – and no musical theatre genre – remains unscathed. Due to a 20 year drought, the poor are forced to scrounge for pennies to pay for the privilege to pee. Bobby Strong has the courage to stand up to a tyrannical empire, rousing the poor with musical numbers that parody Broadway’s biggest shows. Through it all, the people fight for love, justice, and the enduring hope of peeing free. Urinetown: the Musical was nominated for ten Tony Awards and won three in 2002.
The Pucks
The Rude Mechanicals
