Released: September 20, 2010
Lincoln, Neb. Theatrix, the student-run theatre organization at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, launches its 2010-2011 season with a spirited production of Compleat Female Stage Beauty, written by Jeffrey Hatcher.
Hatchers play follows Edward Kynaston - an actor making his living playing Shakespeares tragic leading ladies. Its 1661, and Kynaston is the biggest star on the London stage, the toast of the town. The play opens at the height of his fame.
But Kynastons world is turned upside-down when an unknown woman named Margaret Hughes takes the stage across town portraying Desdemona a role made famous by Mr. Kynaston. Ms. Hughes catches the attention of King Charles II and his mistress, Nell Gwyn. She is ultimately responsible for changing the face and future of theatre, becoming the first woman to act on the British stage.
Directed by Trent Stork, Stage Beauty is a bittersweet backstage comedy and a must-see theatrical event. The production team is led by scenic designer, Brandi Kawamoto, and costume designer, Jacob Heger, both graduate students at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. The cast includes Hunter Larrison as Kynaston, Calandra Daby as Margaret Hughes, Reagan Lopez as Nell Gwyn, Jordan Deffenbaugh as Charles II and Nate Ruleaux as Betterton.
Compleat Female Stage Beauty opens on Thursday, September 30, 2010 and closes on Sunday, October 3, 2010. September 30 - October 2, show time is at 7:30 pm; on October 3rd the show starts at 2:00 pm. All performances will be in the Lab Theatre located on the 3rd floor of the Temple Building, 12th and R streets. Tickets are $6 and available at www.unl.edu/theatrix or at the door (subject to availability).
Note: This production contains brief nudity and adult situations.
About Theatrix
Theatrix is the student-run theatre company at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, whose purpose is to provide opportunities to create theatre in an environment where students can apply knowledge and techniques in a practical setting.
2010-2011 Theatrix Management:
Cristina A. Skinner - Artistic Director (M.F.A. Candidate, Directing for Stage and Screen)
Patrick Zatloukal - Managing Director (Undergraduate, Directing and Management Emphasis)
Christopher Stephanek - Technical Director (Undergraduate, Design/Technology Emphasis)