Mismatched lovers Tonio (Jason Flemyng, left), and Jack, (Antony Sher, right) in Alive and Kicking, showing Dec. 11-14 and 18-21 at the Mary Riepma Ross Theater. |
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Alive & Kicking, a lively romance between unlikely lovers, starring Jason Flemyng (a Cannes Film Festival Best Young European Actor) and the acclaimed Tony-nominee Antony Sher ("Stanley"), opens at the Mary Riepma Ross Film Theater on Dec. 11. This mismatched pair stumble along the rocky path of commitment in a sometimes poignant, often hilarious, always believable portrayal of gay courtship in the new "Swinging London."
Tonio (Flemyng) is a narcissistic dancer pushing his body to artistic perfection. By contrast, Jack (Sher) is a therapist whose mind is more agile than his body. These two don't seem to have much in common other than a mad sense of humor and the late dance legend Ramon (Anthony Higgins), one of Jack's patients and Tonio's mentor.
At first, Tonio calls the shots. The shallow side of passion suits him fine, and there's no room for two prima donnas in a bed. But this is an odd couple who oddly fit. As trust grows, and life's challenges become too tough to face alone, a happy monogamous truce is declared. For Tonio and Jack - sparring and laughing all the way - love may, indeed, conquer all.
Alive & Kicking is showing Dec. 11 through 14 and Dec. 18 through 21. Screenings are at 7 and 9 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays; at 1, 3, 7, and 9 p.m. on Saturdays; and at 3, 5, 7, and 9 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $6; $5 for students; and $4 for senior citizens, children, and members of the Friends of the Mary Riepma Ross Film Theater.
The presentation of this program at the Mary Riepma Ross Film Theater is made possible, in part, with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency.
Mueller Planetarium will be the unique location for four Christmas concerts by Miramar recording artist Jonn Serrie. These concerts will take place in the Planetarium at 8 and 10 p.m. on Dec. 11 and 12. Tickets will be sold at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Way Home Music and Books. Ticket prices are $12 general admission, $9 for college students, and $8 for children (12 and under). This "concert under the stars" will feature multimedia and laser imagery with Christmas and stellar themes to accompany the live performance of this music.
Serrie's latest concert tour is in support of his new CD "Upon A Midnight Clear." Serrie performed a series of concerts in Mueller Planetarium in 1993 and he returns with music from his latest albums as well as fan favorites from his earlier work. He has written music for planetarium soundtracks, television documentaries and other special projects. "Upon a Midnight Clear" is his eighth album for Miramar.
The planetarium theater provides an unique and enveloping environment for the enjoyment of this emotionally involving music.
For more information contact Jack Dunn, 472-2641.
When the winds come sweeping down the plains in December, they're bringing with them an Oklahoma hello!
The Lied Center for Performing Arts and the University of Nebraska College of Fine and Performing Arts present one of America's most-beloved musicals - Oklahoma! - for four performances at 8 p.m. Dec. 11, 12 and 13 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 in Kimball Hall.
The show is a collaborative musical between the departments of Theatre Arts and Dance, the School of Music and the Lied Center. The efforts are reminiscent of the traditional Kosmet Klub musical, an all-university production that was popular on campus from 1912 until the demise of Kosmet Klub in the 1970s.
The two-act musical is directed by William Shomos, assistant professor of voice and opera at NU. Tyler White, assistant professor and director of orchestral activities, directs the 26-piece student orchestra. Charlotte Adams, assistant professor of theatre arts and dance, and visiting artists Vivian Ball and Ann Shea choreographed the production.
Others involved in the production are: Charles O'Connor, scenic design; Laurel Shoemaker, lighting design; Ed Stauffer, theatre arts and dance technical direction; Janice Stauffer, costume design; Brad Buffum, stage management; Stuart Schatz, Kimball Hall technical direction; and Vincent Learned, musical preparation.
Principal actors are Kate Eisenhour, graduate student from Lincoln as Aunt Eller; F. Michael Zaller, theatre major from Omaha as Curly; Melissa Wallner, graduate student from Laramie, Wyo., as Laurey; Michael Semrad, freshman theatre major from Grand Island as Will Parker; John Snell, graduate student from Lincoln as Jud Fry; Becky Key, sophomore theatre major from Elwood as Ado Annie Carnes; Jonathan Hornyak, sophomore physics major from Lincoln as Ali Hakim; Bryce Weber, freshman music education major from Cedar Falls, Iowa, as Andrew Carnes; and Dinah Mahlman, senior education major from Sidney as Gertie Cummings.
Few musicals have captured the spirit of America better than Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! When the show opened in 1943, Americans were war-weary and desperate for hope. When the cowpoke Curly strode onto the stage singing "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'!," he appeared to be singing about the best of times. The show boasted a number of innovations, including a classically choreographed ballet dream sequence. But it was the catchy, singable tunes and the timeless tale of boy meets girl that captured the hearts of theater-goers everywhere. Oklahoma! was an immediate box-office smash that later become one of the most popular films in history.
Oklahoma's score includes its famous title work as well as "People Will Say We're In Love," "Pore Jud is Daid," "Everything's Up to Date in Kansas City," and "Surrey With the Fringe on Top." Perhaps no musical has infused American music with more memorable tunes. And if you're wondering about that Oklahoma hello, keep your eyes peeled for Ado Annie.
Tickets for all performances are sold out but a waiting list has been established. Call the Lied Box Office at (402) 472-4747 or toll free, 1 (800) 432-3231 for ticket availability or to be placed on the mailing list. Box Office hours are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. The box office will open in the Kimball Hall lobby one hour prior to curtain for all performances. Tickets for all performances are $22 and $15. University of Nebraska, Nebraska Wesleyan University and Doane College students and youth 18 and younger with proper identification can purchase tickets for half-price.
This Lied Center presentation of Oklahoma! is made possible in part with generous support from First Bank Nebraska.
The Cornhusker Marching Band performs in concert at 8 p.m. Dec. 13 in the Lied Center for Performing Arts. The band will perform works presented at Husker games this past fall. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Call the Lied Box office, 472-4747 for ticket availability.
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