Senior Showcases 2019

somewhere along the way
Installation designed by Lauren Snyder

Opening Reception: May 1, 2019 | 6:30 PM in BCA 126
On Display: May 1–11, East of the Jenks Library

I desire to lead my life in an effort to help people experience new things, thereby enticing growth in tastes, interests, and philosophies. More than this, I aim to find happiness in myself, God, my surroundings, and relationships with others. I endeavor to be as patient and kind as I can be with others and myself.

As an artist, I intend to refine and enhance my abilities and skills to create purpose- ful and intricate art. It has long been my belief that the purpose of art is to provoke thought. I aim to create atmosphere and space that incite a riot of fresh thinking, cre- ativity, and conversation. In this way, I hope to emulate the Creator, for He designed an inspiring and marvelous world for us to experience and grow in; as He created, so shall I create.”

This installation is a tribute to my childhood and the sweet sadness of reflecting on the past.

https://www.laurensnyderdesign.com/

Constellations
By Nick Payne
Directed by Ryan Cannister

Theatre is intended to be approachable for everyone. When artists and audiences have a sense of agency in the theatre and eliminate any sense of elitism or selfishness we can more fully enjoy, react, and engage with the work. High quality and thought provoking products can still be achieved when theatre is approachable. It is my mission through the use of ensemble, cohesive storytelling, and creativity to craft productions that create a sense of community and inclusion among all people.
-Ryan Cannister

This spellbinding, romantic journey begins with a simple encounter between Roland (a beekeeper) and Marianne (a cosmologist). But what happens next defies the boundaries of the world we think we know—delving into the infinite possibilities of their relationship and raising questions about the difference between choice and destiny.

CAST AND CREW
Marianne - Olivia Neal
Roland - Jonathan Wacker

Director - Ryan Cannister
Stage Managers - Julia Murphy, Mikee Parangalan
Light Board Operator - Kelley Alogna
Lighting Designer - Sarah Garcia
ASL Coach - Emily Colley

Behind the Unknown
By Audrey Wilcox 

Theatre is designed to create a brave space for the audience to engage in another person’s reality. If done effectively, the audience transcends and discovers that they are part of something bigger. I strive to make the innerworkings of theatre efficient and effective, through creating clear, detailed communication channels between each production staff member to foster an authentic environment. These paths help the team understand their influence on each other, the process, and the audience. Through this, each person discovers something new about themselves and their oc- cupation. When this is achieved, the audience and the production team can look up and out to learn, connect, and grow with someone in a different paradigm.

Behind the Unknown dives into the process of Production Managing The Mini-Fringe: The Unknown Unknown. Hopefully, this will encourage you to investigate something new in your own life and take a step into the unknown.

—Audrey Wilcox

Romeo and Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Nicholas Blondell
Stage Managed by Kelley Alogna 

CAST AND CREW
Romeo - Daniel Lefferts
Juliet - Hannah Schuurman
Capulet, Benvolio - Hannah Allen
Tybalt, Friar - Jena Jekums
Mercutio, Servingman, Apothecary - Julia Murphy
Prince, Paris - Tess Hartley
Nurse - Ryan Pavelski

Director - Nicholas Blondell
Stage Manager - Kelley Alogna
Assistant Stage Managers - Kyle Vanicek, Lorena Maria

Let’s Just Get to the Story
Directed by Kayla Gardner 

The imagination of children is endless. There are worlds upon worlds created within these developing minds, where fuzzy monsters reside and hamsters can fly. I’ve come to realize that, as we grow older, this imagination slowly crumbles. In my old notebooks from elementary school, I find stories of witches, a teddy bear who goes through the wash, and a girl who owns coyotes. Where did the imagination go?

Phase one of this project was a solicitation for scripts. I asked my peers to send
me stories they had written when they were in elementary school. I also went to North Shore Christian School in Beverly and worked with children in the afterschool program to help them write creatively. I received positive remarks from friends as they looked back at their old work and were reminded of good childhood memories.

Phase two was to create a theatre production from the stories collected. With my cast I chose which pieces would be included, and we linked the stories together to make a cohesive plot, trying to stay as close to the originals as possible, grammatical errors and all.

I think children can teach us a lot, especially things that we’ve learned before, but have forgotten in the busyness of life. I want this production to remind everyone of the importance of imagination and creativity—that these can be utilized throughout our entire lives. Please enjoy this night of laughter and mystery, no matter your age.
—Kayla Gardner

CAST AND CREW
Cast - Maeve Brooks, Tess Hartley, Alyssa Leston,
Christopher Ortiz, Porter Sprigg, Miranda Taylor

Director - Kayla Gardner
Stage Manager - Mo Stratton
Lighting Designer - Sarah Garcia
Fight/Movement Choreographer - Edward Lindem
Light/Sound Board Operators - Beverly Olson, Fayelicia Urias
 

A Night of Free Improv
Directed by Kari Grace Higley 

“Those who say ‘yes’ are rewarded with the adventures they have.” —Keith Johnstone

CAST AND CREW
Players - Meredith Carlile, Sarah Kang, Karl Rassman,
Natou Ruthenberg, Ivan Shui
Technical Improvisor - Sarah Garcia

Director - Kari Grace Higley