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GC Theatre: “The Tricky Part” and “Paul Robeson,” Oct. 18-21

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“The Tricky Part,” by Martin Moran, and “Paul Robeson,” by Phillip Hayes Dean, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 18-20, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 20-21, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building. All tickets $10; reserve tickets by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free to students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

“The Tricky Part,” a true story of sexuality, spirituality and the mystery of human experience, is one of the most heralded one-man plays in recent memory. Between the ages of 12 and 15, the author had a sexual relationship with an older man. Now 42 and an established New York actor, he has transformed his story into a riveting, often funny and always surprising journey through the complexities of Catholicism, desire and human trespass. The New York premiere received a 2004 Obie award and two Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Play.

“A translucent memoir of a play…shattering.” —New York Times.

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“Robeson” is a powerful chronicle of the life of Paul Robeson, taking us from his childhood in New Jersey to his adult life around the world. An All-American athlete and a lawyer with Columbia Law School credentials, Robeson faces the racism prevalent in society in the early part of the 20th He strives to rise above, and it is his triumph in that struggle that turns Robeson into a modern-day hero. Realizing the racist system would not allow him to practice as a lawyer, Robeson turns to singing, something he had learned well in the church choir. His singing leads to acting, and his acting, with all the accolades due a master, leads him around the world. But every place he visits he sees the strains of racism in its many forms. The more he sees, the more he speaks out, using the his influence and stature to try to enlighten those around him. After some time in Europe, he returns to the United States to perform and speak out about the injustices in the country he loves. Confronting racism again, he sticks to his values, adhering to no party line, but is accused of being a Communist, an agitator and much more. He is blacklisted and his passport is revoked, but he goes on speaking out whenever he can. For eight years he fights to clear his name. Finally, the social climate begins to change and towards the end of his life, Robeson’s passport is reinstated along with some of the glory and respect he earned along the way. There is still far to go, but Paul Robeson remains a beacon to those struggling to make this world a better place. This play is a powerful look at the many facets of Robeson the man, as well as Robeson the star. It is a tour-de-force for any actor.

GC Theatre: “The Tricky Part” and “Paul Robeson,” Oct. 18-21

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“The Tricky Part,” by Martin Moran, and “Paul Robeson,” by Phillip Hayes Dean, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 18-20, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 20-21, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building. All tickets $10; reserve tickets by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free to students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

“The Tricky Part,” a true story of sexuality, spirituality and the mystery of human experience, is one of the most heralded one-man plays in recent memory. Between the ages of 12 and 15, the author had a sexual relationship with an older man. Now 42 and an established New York actor, he has transformed his story into a riveting, often funny and always surprising journey through the complexities of Catholicism, desire and human trespass. The New York premiere received a 2004 Obie award and two Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Play.

“A translucent memoir of a play…shattering.” —New York Times.

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“Robeson” is a powerful chronicle of the life of Paul Robeson, taking us from his childhood in New Jersey to his adult life around the world. An All-American athlete and a lawyer with Columbia Law School credentials, Robeson faces the racism prevalent in society in the early part of the 20th He strives to rise above, and it is his triumph in that struggle that turns Robeson into a modern-day hero. Realizing the racist system would not allow him to practice as a lawyer, Robeson turns to singing, something he had learned well in the church choir. His singing leads to acting, and his acting, with all the accolades due a master, leads him around the world. But every place he visits he sees the strains of racism in its many forms. The more he sees, the more he speaks out, using the his influence and stature to try to enlighten those around him. After some time in Europe, he returns to the United States to perform and speak out about the injustices in the country he loves. Confronting racism again, he sticks to his values, adhering to no party line, but is accused of being a Communist, an agitator and much more. He is blacklisted and his passport is revoked, but he goes on speaking out whenever he can. For eight years he fights to clear his name. Finally, the social climate begins to change and towards the end of his life, Robeson’s passport is reinstated along with some of the glory and respect he earned along the way. There is still far to go, but Paul Robeson remains a beacon to those struggling to make this world a better place. This play is a powerful look at the many facets of Robeson the man, as well as Robeson the star. It is a tour-de-force for any actor.

GC Theatre: “The Tricky Part” and “Paul Robeson,” Oct. 18-21

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“The Tricky Part,” by Martin Moran, and “Paul Robeson,” by Phillip Hayes Dean, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 18-20, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 20-21, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building. All tickets $10; reserve tickets by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free to students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

“The Tricky Part,” a true story of sexuality, spirituality and the mystery of human experience, is one of the most heralded one-man plays in recent memory. Between the ages of 12 and 15, the author had a sexual relationship with an older man. Now 42 and an established New York actor, he has transformed his story into a riveting, often funny and always surprising journey through the complexities of Catholicism, desire and human trespass. The New York premiere received a 2004 Obie award and two Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Play.

“A translucent memoir of a play…shattering.” —New York Times.

***

“Robeson” is a powerful chronicle of the life of Paul Robeson, taking us from his childhood in New Jersey to his adult life around the world. An All-American athlete and a lawyer with Columbia Law School credentials, Robeson faces the racism prevalent in society in the early part of the 20th He strives to rise above, and it is his triumph in that struggle that turns Robeson into a modern-day hero. Realizing the racist system would not allow him to practice as a lawyer, Robeson turns to singing, something he had learned well in the church choir. His singing leads to acting, and his acting, with all the accolades due a master, leads him around the world. But every place he visits he sees the strains of racism in its many forms. The more he sees, the more he speaks out, using the his influence and stature to try to enlighten those around him. After some time in Europe, he returns to the United States to perform and speak out about the injustices in the country he loves. Confronting racism again, he sticks to his values, adhering to no party line, but is accused of being a Communist, an agitator and much more. He is blacklisted and his passport is revoked, but he goes on speaking out whenever he can. For eight years he fights to clear his name. Finally, the social climate begins to change and towards the end of his life, Robeson’s passport is reinstated along with some of the glory and respect he earned along the way. There is still far to go, but Paul Robeson remains a beacon to those struggling to make this world a better place. This play is a powerful look at the many facets of Robeson the man, as well as Robeson the star. It is a tour-de-force for any actor.

GC Theatre: “The Tricky Part” and “Paul Robeson,” Oct. 18-21

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“The Tricky Part,” by Martin Moran, and “Paul Robeson,” by Phillip Hayes Dean, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 18-20, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 20-21, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building. All tickets $10; reserve tickets by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free to students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

“The Tricky Part,” a true story of sexuality, spirituality and the mystery of human experience, is one of the most heralded one-man plays in recent memory. Between the ages of 12 and 15, the author had a sexual relationship with an older man. Now 42 and an established New York actor, he has transformed his story into a riveting, often funny and always surprising journey through the complexities of Catholicism, desire and human trespass. The New York premiere received a 2004 Obie award and two Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Play.

“A translucent memoir of a play…shattering.” —New York Times.

***

“Robeson” is a powerful chronicle of the life of Paul Robeson, taking us from his childhood in New Jersey to his adult life around the world. An All-American athlete and a lawyer with Columbia Law School credentials, Robeson faces the racism prevalent in society in the early part of the 20th He strives to rise above, and it is his triumph in that struggle that turns Robeson into a modern-day hero. Realizing the racist system would not allow him to practice as a lawyer, Robeson turns to singing, something he had learned well in the church choir. His singing leads to acting, and his acting, with all the accolades due a master, leads him around the world. But every place he visits he sees the strains of racism in its many forms. The more he sees, the more he speaks out, using the his influence and stature to try to enlighten those around him. After some time in Europe, he returns to the United States to perform and speak out about the injustices in the country he loves. Confronting racism again, he sticks to his values, adhering to no party line, but is accused of being a Communist, an agitator and much more. He is blacklisted and his passport is revoked, but he goes on speaking out whenever he can. For eight years he fights to clear his name. Finally, the social climate begins to change and towards the end of his life, Robeson’s passport is reinstated along with some of the glory and respect he earned along the way. There is still far to go, but Paul Robeson remains a beacon to those struggling to make this world a better place. This play is a powerful look at the many facets of Robeson the man, as well as Robeson the star. It is a tour-de-force for any actor.

Greensboro College Theatre Presents the Musical “Mamma Mia!” Nov. 8-11

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GREENSBORO, N.C. – Greensboro College Theatre presents the hit musical “Mamma Mia!,” 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 8-10, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10-11, in Gail Brower Huggins Performance Center in Odell Building on campus.

Tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Tickets also will be available at the door.

Based on the hit songs of the Swedish pop group ABBA, “Mamma Mia!” tells the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

ABBA’s timeless songs propel this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, nonstop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make “Mamma Mia!” a guaranteed smash hit for any theatre. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Greensboro College’s Department of Theatre seeks to provide a strong foundation in theatre while allowing the student to emphasize in a particular area such as directing, acting, musical theatre, or arts administration.

The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre. Required participation on stage or backstage on all theatre productions allows the techniques and theories that are examined in the classroom and the laboratory to be tested in a performance setting.

For more information on the program, contact David Schram at 336-272-7102, ext. 5243, or email schramd@greensboro.edu.

Greensboro College provides a liberal arts education grounded in the traditions of the United Methodist Church and fosters the intellectual, social, and, spiritual development of all students while supporting their individual needs.

Founded in 1838 and located in downtown Greensboro, the college enrolls about 1,000 students from 29 states and territories, the District of Columbia, and seven foreign countries in its undergraduate liberal-arts program and six master’s degree programs. In addition to rigorous academics and a well-supported Honors program, the school features a 17-sport NCAA Division III athletic program and dozens of service and recreational opportunities. Learn more at greensboro.edu.

Think critically. Act justly. Live faithfully.

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Media Contact:
Lex Alexander, Director of Communications
lex.alexander@greensboro.edu

Greensboro College
815 W. Market St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
336-272-7102, ext. 5398
Cell: 336-707-6617
www.greensboro.edu

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Twitter: @GCPride
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Greensboro College Theatre Presents One-Act Plays, “The Tricky Part” and “Paul Robeson,” Oct. 18-21

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GREENSBORO, N.C. – Greensboro College Theatre presents two one-act plays, Martin Moran’s “The Tricky Part” and Phillip Hayes Dean’s “Paul Robeson,” 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 18-20, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 20-21, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus.

Tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu.

“The Tricky Part,” a true story of sexuality, spirituality and the mystery of human experience, is one of the most heralded one-man plays in recent memory.

Between the ages of 12 and 15, the author had a sexual relationship with an older man. Now 42 and an established New York actor, he has transformed his story into a riveting, often funny and always surprising journey through the complexities of Catholicism, desire and human trespass.

The New York premiere received a 2004 Obie award and two Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Play.

“Paul Robeson” is a powerful chronicle of the life of the lawyer, actor and singer, taking us from his childhood in New Jersey to his adult life around the world. An All-American athlete and a lawyer with Columbia Law School credentials, Robeson faces the racism prevalent in society in the early part of the 20th century. He strives to rise above it, and it is his triumph in that struggle that turns Robeson into a modern-day hero.

Realizing the racist system would not allow him to practice as a lawyer, Robeson turns to singing, something he had learned well in the church choir. His singing leads to acting, and his acting, with all the accolades due a master, leads him around the world. But every place he visits he sees the strains of racism in its many forms. The more he sees, the more he speaks out, using his influence and stature to try to enlighten those around him. After some time in Europe, he returns to the United States to perform and speak out about the injustices in the country he loves. Confronting racism again, he sticks to his values, adhering to no party line, but is accused of being a Communist, an agitator and much more. He is blacklisted and his passport is revoked, but he goes on speaking out whenever he can.

For eight years he fights to clear his name. Finally, the social climate begins to change and towards the end of his life, Robeson’s passport is reinstated along with some of the glory and respect he earned along the way. There is still far to go, but Paul Robeson remains a beacon to those struggling to make this world a better place. This play is a powerful look at the many facets of Robeson the man, as well as Robeson the star, and is a tour-de-force for any actor.

Greensboro College’s Department of Theatre seeks to provide a strong foundation in theatre while allowing the student to emphasize in a particular area such as directing, acting, or arts administration.

The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre. Required participation on stage or backstage on all theatre productions allows the techniques and theories that are examined in the classroom and the laboratory to be tested in a performance setting.

For more information on the program, contact David Schram at 336-272-7102, ext. 5243, or email schramd@greensboro.edu.

Greensboro College provides a liberal-arts education grounded in the traditions of the United Methodist Church and fosters the intellectual, social, and, spiritual development of all students while supporting their individual needs.

Founded in 1838 and located in downtown Greensboro, the college enrolls about 1,000 students from 29 states and territories, the District of Columbia, and seven foreign countries in its undergraduate liberal-arts program and six master’s degree programs. In addition to rigorous academics and a well-supported Honors program, the school features an 18-sport NCAA Division III athletic program and dozens of service and recreational opportunities. Learn more at greensboro.edu.

Think critically. Act justly. Live faithfully.

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Media Contact:
Lex Alexander, Director of Communications
lex.alexander@greensboro.edu

Greensboro College
815 W. Market St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
336-272-7102, ext. 5398
Cell: 336-707-6617
www.greensboro.edu

Facebook: www.facebook.com/GreensboroCollege
Twitter: @GCPride
Instagram: www.instagram.com/greensborocollege

Theatre: “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” Sept. 6-9

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“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” by Lucas Hnath. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 8-9, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus. All tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free for Greensboro College students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

In the final scene of Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking 1879 masterwork, “A Doll’s House,” Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. This climactic event — when Nora slams the door on everything in her life — instantly propelled world drama into the modern age. In “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?

Theatre: “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” Sept. 6-9

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“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” by Lucas Hnath. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 8-9, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus. All tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free for Greensboro College students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

In the final scene of Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking 1879 masterwork, “A Doll’s House,” Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. This climactic event — when Nora slams the door on everything in her life — instantly propelled world drama into the modern age. In “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?

Theatre: “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” Sept. 6-9

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“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” by Lucas Hnath. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 8-9, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus. All tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free for Greensboro College students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

In the final scene of Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking 1879 masterwork, “A Doll’s House,” Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. This climactic event — when Nora slams the door on everything in her life — instantly propelled world drama into the modern age. In “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?

Theatre: “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” Sept. 6-9

by

“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” by Lucas Hnath. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 8-9, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus. All tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free for Greensboro College students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

In the final scene of Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking 1879 masterwork, “A Doll’s House,” Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. This climactic event — when Nora slams the door on everything in her life — instantly propelled world drama into the modern age. In “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?

Theatre: “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” Sept. 6-9

by

“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” by Lucas Hnath. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 8-9, in the Annie Sellars Jordan Parlor Theatre in Main Building on campus. All tickets are $10 and may be reserved by calling 336-272-7102, ext. 5242, or emailing tickets@greensboro.edu. Free for Greensboro College students, faculty and staff with Pride Card.

In the final scene of Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking 1879 masterwork, “A Doll’s House,” Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. This climactic event — when Nora slams the door on everything in her life — instantly propelled world drama into the modern age. In “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?

Greensboro College Professor Appears in Play About Carter Presidency Sept. 6-8 and 13-15

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GREENSBORO, N.C. – Jo Hall, associate professor of theatre at Greensboro College, will star as President Jimmy Carter in Charlotte’s Off-Broadway’s production of “Confidence (and the Speech)” Sept. 6-8 and 13-15 at the Duke Energy Theatre in Charlotte.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $32 at the door and may be ordered at 704-372-1000 or online at https://www.carolinatix.org/events/detail/confidence-and-the-speech. The Sept. 6 performance is “pay what you can.”

The Sept. 13 performance will be followed by a talk-back with the cast and guests.

The play, written by Susan Lambert Hatem, focuses on Carter’s 1979 “Crisis of Confidence” speech, which some historians have hailed as bold and farsighted and others have said cost Carter the presidency.

Forty years later, Carter staffer Cynthia Cooper, now a college professor, is approached by a stranger, a young man, and asked to recall her time with the Carter Administration during the days before the speech.

If she is going to tell her story of that time – the story told from her perspective – she is going to play the President. And the young man who wants to know her story? He is going to play her. This unique cross-gender play explores the confidence of a president, a nation in chaos and women in politics.

Here is a short video about the play.

Hall holds a B.A. from the University of Birmingham in the U.K. and an M.F.A. from Louisiana State University. She joined the Greensboro College faculty in 2011.

Greensboro College’s Department of Theatre seeks to provide a strong foundation in theatre while allowing the student to emphasize in a particular area such as directing, acting, or arts administration.

The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre. Required participation on stage or backstage on all theatre productions allows the techniques and theories that are examined in the classroom and the laboratory to be tested in a performance setting.

For more information on the program, contact David Schram, department chair and Jefferson Pilot Professor of Theatre, at 336-272-7102, ext. 5243, or email schramd@greensboro.edu

Greensboro College provides a liberal arts education grounded in the traditions of the United Methodist Church and fosters the intellectual, social, and, spiritual development of all students while supporting their individual needs.

Founded in 1838 and located in downtown Greensboro, the college enrolls about 1,000 students from 29 states and territories, the District of Columbia, and seven foreign countries in its undergraduate liberal-arts program and six master’s degree programs. In addition to rigorous academics and a well-supported Honors program, the school features an 18-sport NCAA Division III athletic program and dozens of service and recreational opportunities.

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Media Contact:
Lex Alexander, Director of Communications
lex.alexander@greensboro.edu

Greensboro College
815 W. Market St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
336-272-7102, ext. 5398
Cell: 336-707-6617
www.greensboro.edu

Facebook: www.facebook.com/GreensboroCollege
Twitter: @GCPride
Instagram: www.instagram.com/greensborocollege