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SFJAZZ COLLECTIVE SAT, OCT 18 / 5PM & 8PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

CHORAL COLLAGE FRI, OCT 24 / 7PM Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

LUCKY PLUSH PRODUCTIONS: THE QUEUE FRI & SAT, OCT 24 & 25 / 8PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

ARTS NOW! SERIES TUE, OCT 28 / 7PM State Ballroom, Talley Student Union

WIND ENSEMBLE THU, OCT 30 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

PIPES AND DRUMS SAT, NOV 1 / 4PM Stafford Commons, Talley Student Union

NANO STERN SAT, NOV 1 / 5PM & 8PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

RALEIGH CIVIC CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SUN, NOV 2 / 4PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

JAZZ ENSEMBLE I TUE, NOV 4 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS BY LAURA EASON ADAPTED FROM THE NOVEL BY JULES VERNE NOV 7-9, 12-16, 19-23 EVENING SHOWS AT 7:30PM SUNDAY MATINEES AT 2PM Kennedy-McIlwee Theatre, Thompson Hall

PMC LECTURE SERIES: COSMAS MAGAYA FRI, NOV 7 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

MUSIC DEPARTMENT FACULTY RECITAL SUN, NOV 9 / 4PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

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REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2014 CRAFTS CLASSES BEGINS MON, AUG 4 / NC State students can register beginning Mon, July 14

OPEN HOUSE: THE CRAFTS CENTER AND UNIVERSITY THEATRE TUE, AUG 19 / 4-6PM / Thompson Hall

PEACEFULLY WILD EXHIBITION AUG 18-NOV 1 R.A. Bryan Foundation, Inc. Gallery, Crafts Center, Thompson Hall

THE HOT SARDINES FRI, SEPT 5 / 8PM State Ballroom, Talley Student Union

CHRIS HONDROS: PHOTOGRAPHS OF CONFLICT SEPT 11-NOV 15 David McCune International Art Gallery, Methodist University (5400 Ramsey St., Fayetteville NC). Confirm opening hours at www.davidmccunegallery.org.

THE 6TH ANNUAL PINHOLE CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY CHALLENGE EXHIBITION SEPT 22-OCT 30 R.A. Bryan Foundation, Inc. Gallery, Crafts Center, Thompson Hall

SMOKES AND MIRRORS: REFLECTIONS OF THE SELF IN PHOTOGRAPHS BY JOHN MENAPACE OPENS THU, SEPT 25 RECEPTION 6-8PM Historic Chancellor’s Residence 1903 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, 27607 Call 919.513.7244 or email [email protected] to schedule a visit.

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU BY GEORGE S. KAUFMAN AND MOSS HART SEPT 25-28 & OCT 1-5 EVENING SHOWS 7:30PM SUNDAY MATINEES 2PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

ARTS NOW! SERIES, SEPT 30 / 7PM Broughton Hall, Room 1402

LADIES IN RED WED & THU, NOV 12 & 13 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

DAKHABRAKHA THU, NOV 13 / 8PM State Ballroom, Talley Student Union

JAZZ ENSEMBLE II FRI, NOV 14 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

RALEIGH CIVIC SYMPHONY SUN, NOV 16 / 4PM / location TBD

MUSIC DEPARTMENT STUDENT RECITAL MON, NOV 17 / 6PM Price Music Center, Room 110

DANCE PROGRAM FALL CONCERT THU & FRI, NOV 20 & 21 / 8PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

30TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFTS FAIR & SALE SAT, NOV 22 / 10AM-5PM Crafts Center, Thompson Hall

CHORAL CONCERT SUN, NOV 23 / 4PM Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

REGISTRATION FOR SPRING 2015 CRAFTS CLASSES BEGINS MON, DEC 8 / NC State students can register beginning Mon, Nov 24

WIND ENSEMBLE TUE, DEC 2 / 7PM State Ballroom, Talley Student Union

JAZZ ENSEMBLE I WED, DEC 3 / 7PM Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

GRAINS OF TIME FALL CONCERT FRI, DEC 5 / 7PM Jones Auditorium, Meredith College

BRICKYARD BRASS QUINTET SUN, DEC 7 / 4PM Price Music Center, Room 120

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G R E G G M U S E U M O F A R T & D E S I G N

CHRIS HONDROS: Photographs of Conflict

SEPTEMBER 11-NOVEMBER 15, 2014 David McCune International Art Gallery Methodist University, 5400 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28311

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OPENING RECEPTION SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 FROM 6-8PMNC State University Historic Chancellor’s Residence1903 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607

PLEASE CALL 919.513.7244 OR EMAIL [email protected] TO SCHEDULE A VISIT.

SMOKES AND MIRRORS: Reflections of the Self in Photographs by John MenapaceGUEST CURATED BY BELÉN MORATA AND SAMMY KIRBY

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ARTS NC STATE NC State’s new Director of Orchestral Studies, Dr. Peter Askim, is as vibrant, talented and unique as the ensembles that he began directing Fall Semester 2014.

Askim, a conductor, composer, bassist and educator, is excited about his new role as the conductor of the Raleigh Civic Symphony and the Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra. He looks forward to continuing previous conductor Randolph Foy’s emphasis on cutting edge performance and musical exploration.

Askim said, “These orchestras have a history of adventurous programming – a wide range of music is already in the DNA of the groups. I don’t have to squeeze myself into a box here and it is really exciting. This is the kind of music that makes me tick. Playing a wide variety of music is important and it changes the way you play. If you play contemporary music, it changes the way you play Beethoven and vice versa. I look forward to diving in!”

Prior to his arrival at NC State, Askim served as music director and composer-in-residence at the prestigious Idyllwild Arts Academy in California. At Idyllwild, Askim taught phenomenally talented young high school students who had already committed to pursuing music careers.

At NC State, Askim will conduct and teach talented musicians who are all students majoring in something other than music and has had direct experience with this academic structure.

“You get a more intense experience when people from different backgrounds come together and harness their energy. It makes for more interesting music and people.” Askim said. “I have a liberal arts background. My college orchestra was made up of majors of all different fields and I think it makes for smarter, more engaged musicians. My colleagues from my undergraduate music ensembles have gone on to make major contributions to science, medicine, law and the humanities, in addition to music,” Askim said.

Dr. Peter Askim

NC State Welcomes New Director of Orchestral Studies & Faculty Member


RALEIGH CIVIC CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: November 2 at 4PM, Titmus Theatre, Thompson Hall

RALEIGH CIVIC SYMPHONY: November 16 at 4PM, location to be announced

upcoming concerts: You Are Invited To Dr. Askim’s NC State Conducting Debut

Askim’s own contributions to music include founding The Next Festival of Emerging Artists in 2013. The festival is an intensive and immersive one-week residency for young professional string players focused on musical exploration, entrepreneurial thinking and contemporary performance practice. The festival provides next-generation artists a chance to hone their craft and collaborate with world-class guest artists. Askim also provided monetary support to students who couldn’t afford to attend with funds he helped raise through the organization. He remains the festival’s artistic director.

Askim thrives in settings where collaboration and creativity are embraced so it is no coincidence that Askim sought out NC State’s orchestral program, which also embodies these qualities.

The Raleigh Civic Symphony and the Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra are comprised of both student and community performers. This unique arrangement allows amateur musicians to have the opportunity to learn about music and work with

professional and semi-professional musicians in rehearsal, coached sections and performances.

“This is the best of both worlds and the initial reason I was interested in the job,” Askim explained. “In a community orchestra, you may be missing a second chair instrument and in the school orchestra, you may have the opposite need. So, when you bring together the two, needs are met and there is great talent and opportunity.“

New Director of Orchestral Studies & Faculty Member by Christy Rain

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Another unique layer of collaboration that Askim finds attractive is that the orchestra receives support from the Raleigh Civic Symphony Association (RCSA). The non-profit organization was formed in 1975 to specifically support the NC State orchestra program.

“The nonprofit board brings in another vision, more hands to help do the work and provide financial support,” Askim said. “With all of these contributions, more possibilities exist.“

In addition to conducting, Askim is teaching Music of the 20th Century this semester as a faculty member in the Music Department. With previous experience as a lecturer at University of Hawaii at Manoa and as a teaching assistant at University of Texas at Austin, Askim says he relishes returning to the intellectual atmosphere of a university and

finds that the students’ broad worldviews and the faculty members’ research provides inspiration and a fresh perspective on his work.

Dr. Tom Koch, Interim Director of the Music Department, sums up Dr. Askim’s arrival, “Dr. Askim brings to the Music Department a wealth of experience in orchestral conducting, composition, and performance. As director of The Next Festival of Emerging Artists and director and composer-in-residence of the Idyllwild Arts Academy, Dr. Askim dramatically raised the visibility of the music programs at those distinguished institutions. Peter has dedicated his life to teaching talented young people and cultivating in them a sense of curiosity, an appreciation for the arts, and a drive for excellence. We are excited about the possibilities that Peter can achieve with the orchestra program at NC State.” ■

The Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra (RCCO) is a 30-piece student and community ensemble focusing on orchestral music from Baroque to Post-Modern. In 2000, previous director Dr. Randall Foy started the orchestra for advanced musicians.

The Raleigh Civic Symphony (RCS), which began early in the Music Department’s 90-year history, is an 80-piece student and community group performing standard and contemporary orchestral repertoire.

Both ensembles require auditions, rehearse once a week and perform at least one concert per semester. Student performers may take one credit per semester for up to 8 semesters. Participating community members are volunteers. A paid guest player may be asked to join the group periodically.

Mary Sherk, Executive Director of the Raleigh Civic Symphony Association (RCSA), said, “When the Raleigh Civic Symphony was formed, the symphony was focused on amateur musicians developing

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greater skill and proficiency. Coaches were provided for most sections. Through the years, the musicians and symphony grew in capability. In 1995, Dr. Randolph Foy became the conductor of the Raleigh Civic Symphony, raising its artistic quality further. He added the Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra in 2000, a group of more advanced musicians that could learn repertoire more quickly and perform more challenging works. Today, the Raleigh Civic Symphony and Civic Chamber Orchestra are two highly respected orchestras attracting professional and semi-professional musicians who enjoy the unique and challenging repertoire and audiences looking to experience new and unusual programming." "RCSA is delighted to have Peter join the music department and lead the orchestra program. His enthusiasm, energy, and love of music are infectious. Peter will strive for a programmatic balance of contemporary and traditional works, as well as orchestral premieres. Under Peter’s leadership, the orchestras look to more effectively engage the community and raise awareness and interest on campus.” ■

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WHAT THE ENSEMBLES MEAN TO STUDENT MUSICIANS

MARGARET RAHMOELLER 5th year Ph.D. student in Math

Member of Raleigh Civic Symphony and Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra

Received Master's in Mathematics from NC State University in December 2012

B.A. in Math and a B.A. in Music from McKendree University in May 2010

“I began playing oboe in 6th grade, so I've been playing oboe for about 15 years now. I joined both the Raleigh Civic

Symphony Orchestra and the Raleigh Civic Chamber Orchestra when I started my graduate program at NC State in Fall 2010. I met Randy Foy in August 2010 when I auditioned to be in the orchestras. He is a charming man, sweet and sincere, devoted to music and teaching, and innovative as a conductor. He introduced me to the beauty of modern music. Before I came to NC State, I was a romantic era musician through and through. I love the heartfelt, almost cheesiness of the melodies. But he helped me understand the complexity of the more modern music when we played pieces such as music by Cage, Satie's Parade, Scearce's Mourning Songs, and Corigliano's Mr. Tambourine Man. One of Dr. Foy's greatest strengths was that he had such a deep

understanding of the music, that he could tie together modern music to historic music to create a unique, meaningful concert. His program notes always conveyed these links extraordinarily.

Here at NC State, I have made many friends in the orchestra, and some I consider to be my Raleigh family. We have bonded over our love for music, our frustration at certain difficult passages in the music, and our conversations during break (and perhaps a little during rehearsals too). We have learned to work together and to listen to each other, whether it's while playing or when sharing ideas on how to make the piece sound even better. So, I have not only enjoyed these ensembles, but I have also learned from them. I've improved my collaboration and listening skills, increased my self-confidence, and continued working on my leadership skills. We have also bonded over losing Dr. Randy Foy as our conductor after he stepped down due to health reasons. He really was the best conductor I had ever had. He knew how to inspire us and encourage us to do our best, and he picked the most interesting music for us to play, knowing we would play well. We have struggled over the last few semesters, waiting for stability in finding a new conductor for the ensembles. Our numerous experiences with temporary conductors taught us what qualities to look for in a good conductor inside and outside of rehearsals.

Needless to say, we are looking forward to working with Dr. Peter Askim. We immensely enjoyed meeting him last semester, and we know he'll lead us in a new direction with a lot of energy. We're ready to work hard to ensure stability in our future, to improve as an orchestra, and to push our way out into the community with an even greater force then before. Personally, I look forward to the new year and the challenges it brings!” ■

KENNY PARK YI Junior, Communication Major with a Media Concentration

Member of Raleigh Civic Symphony

“The upcoming fall semester will be my 5th semester in the Raleigh Civic Symphony. I'm from Fayetteville and Cumberland County schools offer a great orchestra program that allows 5th graders to pick up a string instrument. I decided to begin playing Viola in 5th grade.

Participating in orchestras was a huge part of my high school life, and being able to continue to participate in musical ensembles such as the Raleigh Civic Symphony has been a

great joy for me. There are definitely parts of the college experience that are awful and annoying, but having this opportunity to go and make music with these great musicians every week provides a great release from that stress.

I hope to make participating in orchestras a lifelong endeavor; I know it is easier said than done, but playing Viola has been such a large part of my life, and I really hope that I never stop playing. If I stay in the area after graduation, I would love to continue to be a member of the RCS!

I was only able to study under Dr. Foy for one full semester, but it was clear that he was a large part of the music department at NC State. I first met Dr. Foy in 2010 for an audition for the NC Governor's School program, and I remember my friends and I coming out of the audition room saying how kind and calming the judge was, which was a completely different feeling from some other auditions we'd had before. I know the NC State orchestra program would not be as great as it is today without his years of service to the NC State Music Department, and I am truly thankful to him for that.

I'm very excited for the addition of Dr. Peter Askim to the NC State Music Department, and I'm excited for the future of the music department in general! The next few years are sure to be filled with great music, and a lot of fun.” ■

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SELECTED EXPERIENCE•Founder and Artistic Director, The Next

Festival of Emerging Artists, Falls Village, CT.

•Music Director and Composer-in-Residence, Idyllwild Arts Academy, Idyllwild, CA.

•Commissioned and conducted the Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra in a 25th Anniversary Concert of all World Premieres.

•Conductor/co-producer, commercial recording of Richard Thompson’s Cabaret of Souls.

•Conducted 100 Cello Bernard Greenhouse Memorial Concert, Fullerton, CA.

•Conducted the U.K. Premiere of Richard Thompson’s Cabaret of Souls, Meltdown Festival, Royal Festival Hall, London.

•Music Director and Composer-in-Residence, Elan Festival, Dallas, Texas.

•Conducted soundtracks for Idyllwild Arts Academy Motion Pictures Department films.

•Guest Conductor, Sewanee Summer Music Festival. Conducted programs with Sewanee Philharmonic and Sewanee Faculty Chamber Orchestra, Sewanee, Tennessee.

•Music Director, Brigadoon, Oregon Festival of American Music, Eugene, Oregon.

•Director, University of Hawaii Contemporary Music Ensemble.

•Guest Conductor, Polish Chamber Orchestra Sotto Voce, Wroclaw, Poland.

•Guest Conductor, Honolulu Symphony Orchestra. Led the orchestra in works of University of Hawaii Composers.

•Compositions performed by Tokyo Symphony and Honolulu Symphony Orchestra.

•Member, Honolulu Symphony Orchestra. Section Double Bass. Honolulu, Hawaii.

•Lecturer, University of Hawaii, Manoa.

•Conducted Premiere of own chamber opera, Laughter in the Dark, Yale University.

•Music Director, Branford Chamber Orchestra, Yale University. Conductor and Administrator of orchestra comprised of undergraduate non-music majors.

•Assistant Music Director, Branford Chamber Orchestra.

RECENT SELECTED COMMISSIONS•The Five Elements: Concerto for String

Quartet (String Quartet and Strings) ETHEL, premiered December 2012

•Duo (Viola and Double Bass) Robert Nairn, President, International Society Of Bassists, premiered November 2011

•Inner Voices (Solo Viola) Compulsory Work, 2011 Primrose International Viola Competition, premiered June 2011

•Viola Concerto (Viola, Chamber Orchestra) Roger Myers, String Chair, UT Austin, premiered May 2011

•Still Points:Concerto for Trombone (Trombone and Chamber Orchestra), Michael Becker, premiered May 2010

•E ‘Ike Mai (Chorus and Orchestra) Hawaii Pacific University, premiered April 2009

EDUCATION•Doctor of Musical Arts (Composition),

University of Texas at Austin.

•Doctor of Musical Arts (Performance), Yale School of Music.

•Hochschule für Musik und darstellende Kunst, Vienna, Austria.

•Master of Musical Arts (Performance), Yale School of Music.

•Master of Music, (Performance), Yale School of Music.

•Bachelor of Arts (Intensive Music Major), Yale University. (cum laude, with Distinction in the Major)

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DR. PETER ASKIM’S CAREER AT A GLANCE

"The orchestras at NC State have a history of adventurous programming ... I don’t have to squeeze myself into a box here and it is really exciting." - Dr. Peter Askim

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DIRECTORJohn C. McIlwee*

Scenic DesignDavid Jensen

Costume & Hair DesignAdrienne McKenzie

Lighting DesignJoshua Reaves

Sound DesignKevin Wright

Technical DirectionDavid Jensen

PROFESSIONAL STAFFActing Coach

Mia Self

Dialect CoachRachel Klem

Costume Shop ManagerLaura J. Parker

Costume TechnicianAdrienne McKenzie

Scenic Artist and Prop MasterJayme Mellema

Assistant Technical DirectorStephen Frausto*

MarketingNancy D. Breeding

Marketing, Graphics & PhotographyRonald A. Foreman*

/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / PLEASE, during the performance:■ Silence your cell phone■ No photography■ No texting

THANK YOU!

University Theatre presents

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOUby George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart THURSDAY-SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2014 | 7:30PMSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 | 2PMWEDNESDAY-SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1-4, 2014 | 7:30PMSUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2014 | 2PM

Frank Thompson Hall – Titmus Theatre

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU is produced by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Service, Inc.

Setting: The Sycamore residence in 1936.

There will be two (2) ten-minute intermissions

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU

PENELOPE (PENNY) SYCAMORE ..................................................................Paulina RagunasESSIE .................................................................................................................... Molly RiddickRHEBA .............................................................................................................. Sarah ThorntonPAUL SYCAMORE ................................................................................................ Jason CorderMR. DE PINNA .................................................................................................. Michael Taylor*ED ......................................................................................................................Danny BeckmanDONALD ......................................................................................................... Zachary Francis*MARTIN VANDERHOF .............................................................................................. Nat Conti*ALICE ........................................................................................................................ Teal LepleyHENDERSON ....................................................................................................Kenny Hertling*TONY KIRBY .............................................................................................................Randy CainBORIS KOLENKHOV ......................................................................................... Andrew Enloe*GAY WELLINGTON .......................................................................................... Lindsey House*MR. KIRBY ............................................................................................................. Kyle Bullins*MRS. KIRBY .......................................................................................... Mary Elizabeth LennonTHREE MEN – MAC .......................................................................................Jeremy WesongaTHREE MEN – THE MAN ......................................................................................... Doug PlutaTHREE MEN – JIM ................................................................................................. Peter Lalush OLGA .............................................................................................................Natalie Sherwood

* Member of Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity

ACKNOWLEDGMENTSTerry Reaves for use of various props.Keela Kennedy for allowing Isis, a 4.5’ Ball Python, to be cast in the show.NCSU Herpetology Club

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Randy Cain, Tony Kirby, is a junior in business administration with a minor in theatre. Randy is extremely excited to be back performing at University Theatre in his third show. Randy has been seen previously as Simon in The Game’s Afoot and a Roxie Boy in Chicago. Randy would like to thank his friends and family for supporting him and encouraging him to become the performer he is today.

Nathaniel Conti, Martin Vanderhof, is a senior in biomedical engineering with a minor in theatre. He has been involved with almost every show since he came to State either onstage or off. He works as a master carpenter in the scene shop and occasionally pokes his head out to act for an audience. His more notable roles include Lawrence in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and the White Rabbit

in Alice in Wonderland. He recently produced the student studio production All in the Timing with his friend and director Christian O’Neal. He is excited to be working with an amazing cast and performing for an amazing audience.


Assistant to the Director ..................................................................Ashley ShackelfordStage Manager ......................................................................................Tony Scialabba*Assistant Stage Managers .............................................. Alec Haklar, William StewartProduction Assistants ......................................................Mackie Raymond, Nia Crews

Sound Board .................................................................... Alayna Veasey, Sonia KelkarMaster Carpenter ....................................................Nathaniel Conti*, Chris Bradsher*Scenic Carpenter ........................................................ Autumn Stephens*, Alec HaklarAssistant Scenic and Prop Artist ................................................. Elizabeth Lemmons*

Set Crew Operators ........................................... THE 103 students – Matthew Hogan, Dipankar Mazumder, Jonathon Riebesehl, Austin Green – THE 223 students – Saba Khan, Alec Haklar, Izzy Burger, Trevor Bunce, Christian O’Neal*, Michael Taylor*, Laura Glynn Smith – Scene Shop Volunteers – Anne Church, Addie Jackson, Liliana Carpano, Len Kerr, Cassie Brinkman, Dylan O’Neal, Aimee Durrett

Light Board Operators ..............................................Emma Reeves Sirois, Richa PatelLighting Assistant(s) ............................................................................. Kenny Hertling*Costume Technician ..............................................................................Heather Murray

Costume ...........................................................THE 223 students – Christian O’Neal*,Yamila Monge*, Luke Miller, Nathaniel Conti*, Emily Ashcroft – THE 103 students – Allison Stilwell, Lauren Presley, Jessica Park, Megan Barrett, Elisabeth Stedman, Jeremy Miller, Betty Anderson, Talia Rodriguez – Costume Shop Volunteer – Meaghan Shea, Jackie Almeter, Tu Vo, Mary Iris Gray, Kimi Kamos, Aimee Durrett

Wardrobe Supervisor ...........................................................................Calvin FergusonDressers ........................................Blair Downs*, Maddie Waggoner, Matthew TuckerMakeup Crew Chief .................................................................... Joyska Nuñez MedinaMakeup Crew .............................................................................Matthew Hogan, Tu VoChief Wig Technician .............................................................................Yamila Monge*Wig Technician ............................................................................................ Sarah AlrifaiHouse Manager and Ushers ...................................... University Theatre House Crew

* Member of Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity


Danny Beckman, Ed, is a senior in both computer and electrical engineering. This is Danny’s fifth performance with University Theatre and he is just as excited as always to work with such a fantastic cast and crew during his senior year. His previous credits include The Philadelphia Story, RENT, and the student studio production All in the Timing. Danny would also like to thank his family and friends for their constant support.

Kyle Bullins, Mr. Kirby, is a senior in communications with a concentration in media studies and a minor in theatre. Kyle’s previous credits at UT include Mr. Birling in An Inspector Calls, member of the ensemble in Chicago, and Martin in Seminar. Kyle would like to thank his family and friends for their constant support and overwhelming tolerance of his love for performing and his ever-changing schedule.

Thank you all for coming out and supporting University Theatre, and enjoy the show!

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Mary Elizabeth Lennon, Mrs. Kirby, is a senior in English literature. Mary Elizabeth is honored to return to the UT stage for her second production! She was last seen as Kate in Seminar. Her performance in this show is dedicated to the memory of her sweet friend Patrick Chittenden, who helped instill the magic of theatre in her heart. Special thanks to cast, crew, family, and friends!

Teal Lepley, Alice, is a sophomore in English with a concentration in creative writing. Teal portrayed Aggie Wheeler, the murderous ingénue in The Game’s Afoot last year. She’s absolutely thrilled to be a part of You Can’t Take It With You and is particularly amused to be “engaged” to Randy Cain (Tony) again. She would like to thank her supportive family, delightful roommate Jessie, and the wonderful theatre family.

Doug Pluta, The Man, is a freshman in business. Doug is making his theatrical debut in You Can’t Take It With You and is excited to be involved with the very first show of the season. Relatively new to theatre, Doug started acting in his junior year of high school and the only show he had been in before this was his high school’s production of Thoroughly Modern Millie in senior year where he played Bun Foo. He

hopes You Can’t Take it With You will strengthen him as an actor and hopes to make friends along the way in future shows with UT!

Paulina Ragunas, Penelope (Penny) Sycamore, is a senior in international studies with a minor in voice performance. Paulina’s University Theatre credits include Lady Croom in Arcadia. In high school, she sang and danced in Footloose and The Music Man, and the Union County Performance Ensemble’s production of Hairspray. She enjoys practicing both piano and trumpet. This past May, she toured Italy with the State

Chorale. Paulina is a lover of languages, particularly French and Japanese, and loves to travel.

Molly Riddick, Essie, is a freshman in the First Year College. Molly is making her stage debut here at University Theatre in You Can’t Take It With You. Additional credits include Guys & Dolls, Annie, and Alice in Wonderland. Molly particularly enjoys being in musicals and comedies. Outside of the theater, she loves baking, playing tennis, her dogs, and being with her best friend, Melanie. “Thanks Elizabeth

Proctor for convincing me to come to this audition. Love you Liz!”

Natalie Sherwood, Olga, is a sophomore in chemical engineering. Natalie has appeared previously at University Theatre as Thomasina in Arcadia. In high school, she captained her improv team, made a habit of performing in Nunsense, and starred in one-woman shows for her debate team. Her other outlets include spoken word, drawing, and longboarding. Natalie would like to thank everyone who has supported

her theatrical endeavors and helped her embrace her dreams.

Jason Corder, Paul Sycamore, is a senior in chemistry with a minor in theatre. Jason’s previous credits include Scoop Rosenbaum in The Heidi Chronicles, Bernard Nightingale in Arcadia, and Douglas in Seminar. After graduation, he plans to either go to graduate school in organic chemistry, teach English in China, or become an actor in Wilmington, NC. “I’m so thankful to be part of such a sublime cast and crew. Break a leg everyone!”

Andrew Enloe, Boris Kolenkhov, is a senior in communication media and video production. “I would like to thank everyone who has gone out of their way to support my dreams and ambitions, especially my close friends, family, and an amazingly supportive Mimi and Poppi! I love you all very much!”

Zachary Francis, Donald, is a senior in communication-media with minors in theatre and journalism. This will be the Sanford native’s sixth show with University Theatre having appeared on stage in The Arabian Nights and Chicago. Zachary has also been a regular tech crew member, working as an ASM for Arcadia and wardrobe head for multiple shows. Currently serving as the president of Alpha Psi

Omega, he wants everyone to love theatre as much as he does. “University Theatre has given me something fun and exciting to do while spending my four years at NC State,” he said. “I couldn’t have asked for a better experience working on this show!” Zachary would like to thank his family for their continued support in everything that he does.

Kenny Hertling, Henderson, is a senior in political science with minors in theatre and Middle Eastern studies. Kenny is excited to be back on stage with University Theatre. I have been doing shows here since the Fall of my freshman year and I plan to help out as much as possible for as long as I can. There is nothing more thrilling than being on stage with good friends and the people that have become my family here at State.

Lindsey House, Gay Wellington, is a senior in conservation biology with a minor in theatre. Lindsey’s previous credits include Agnes in Dancing At Lughnasa, ensemble member in RENT, and June in Chicago. She is ecstatic to be on the stage once again as Gay Wellington. She would like to thank God and her two old ladies for having perfect attendance to all her shows!

Peter Lalush, Jim, is a sophomore in computer science. Peter’s previous credits include the tailor in Chicago at University Theatre and Justin in The Legend of Sammy’s Swamp at his high school. Peter is also a DJ, musician, and aspiring screenwriter/director. “I’d like to thank my family and friends from my high school theatre group, as well as all my new University Theatre friends for sticking with me through my first year! I can’t wait to put on an amazing show!”

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Tony Scialabba, Stage Manager, is a senior in history. This is Tony’s 8th show at University Theatre and his second time stage managing. He is a member of the Alpha Psi Omega theatre fraternity’s Psi Kappa cast at NCSU and he would like to thank all of his friends, APO brothers, and all the staff of University Theatre for their continued support. He would like to express special thanks to the cast of this show, who

made this experience one of his favorites of all his shows at NCSU. He would like to thank the crew members, without whom the show would be unable to function. He would like to thank Joshua Reaves for always being there to help with stage management duties. Last of all, Tony would like to thank John McIlwee who is a continuing source of inspiration for him and a living legend that one can only hope to match, but never surpass.

William Stewart, Assistant Stage Manager, is a junior in electrical engineering with a minor in creative writing. This is William’s fifth play with University Theatre and his third backstage, and he is always happy for new opportunities in the theater. He is a connoisseur of ridiculous sunglasses and hopes that one day his passions for theater and protective eyewear can finally meet.

Alec Haklar, Assistant Stage Manager, is a sophomore in natural resource policy and administration. Alec is very excited to be a part of his second University Theatre production and his first as an assistant stage manager. He is looking forward to many more shows with UT. “Break a leg to the cast and crew and a big thank you to Mom and Dad.”

John C. McIlwee, Director, has been with NCSU’s University Theatre for more than 29 years. He has worked extensively throughout the United States as an actor, director, costume designer, scenic designer, makeup artist, and playwright. He holds a master in theatre and a master of fine arts in theatre design. John is a national award-winning fashion designer and a two-time winner of the National Arts

and Letters Council Award for children’s playwriting. He was also honored with the Raleigh Medal of Arts. Recently, John directed Death By Design, Chicago, The Game’s Afoot, Garden District, RENT, Twelfth Night, Inspecting Carol, Black Coffee, and The Spyglass Seven. His combined directing and costume credits include Amadeus, Into the Woods, and Murder on the Nile; acted in Re:Design; directed and designed the sets for TheatreFest and the costumes for Death By Design, The Dixie Swim Club, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Arcadia. He continues to lecture extensively on the history of couture and costume and enjoys working with this extremely creative University Theatre staff to create a varied and exciting theatrical experience that is available to ALL university students. “Much love to Nancy and Genevieve for unconditional love, fun, and refuge throughout rehearsals!”

Ashley Shackelford, Assistant to the Director, is a junior in animal science but considering a career in theater. This is Ashley’s first show with University Theatre. She would most like to thank God for giving her this opportunity to experience the art of theatre and also would like to thank the director, staff and crew members for welcoming her into the UT family.

Jeremy Wesonga, Mac, is a freshman in communications media. Jeremy is making his stage debut at NC State in You Can’t Take It With You. His previous credits include an adaptation of Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics.

Michael Taylor, Mr. De Pinna, is a senior in animal science with a minor in theatre. Michael’s most recent credit was his portrayal of The Entire Jury in UT’s production of Chicago. Other notable credits include Valentine Coverly in Arcadia and March Hare in Alice in Wonderland. Michael is also the 2013 Campus MovieFest Best Actor award winner for his work in the short film Lingering. He is excited to be a part of such a

wonderful show, which is accompanied by an equally wonderful cast. He’d like to extend a special thanks to his mom and dad for their continued support! “You Can’t Take It With You on an airplane if it’s more than 3.4 ounces.”

Sarah Thornton, Rheba, is a senior in zoology. Sarah is making her acting debut in You Can’t Take It With You. She was worked on seven productions behind the scenes, including assistant stage manager for Chicago and The Spyglass Seven, and production assistant for Alice in Wonderland. She would like to thank her family and friends for their constant support and University Theatre for this opportunity.


U N I V E R S I T Y T H E AT R E

NOVEMBER 7-23, 2014Visit ncsu.edu/theatre for show times and tickets$18 public, $5 NC State students

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS by Laura Eason adapted from the novel by Jules Verne

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MAJOR GIFTSMore than 25 generous individuals and foundations have chosen to make a major commitment of $25,000 or more to the Gregg Museum Campaign. Several have chosen to name spaces in the new Gregg and will be recognized with permanent donor plaques once the museum is complete. All of these visionary supporters believe in the future Gregg Museum of Art & Design, and we thank them for their support!

NEARLY 90 INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES AND BUSINESSES HAVE JOINED THE FOUNDING FRIENDS OF THE GREGG MUSEUM CAMPAIGN!The campaign’s Founding Friends program recognizes donors of $5,000+. Our goal is to recruit 200 Founding Friends and raise $1 million, nearly a quarter of our total private fund-raising goal. Founding Friends gifts (like all gifts to the campaign) may be paid over five years; therefore, you may contribute $1,000 each year for five years. Founding Friends will be acknowledged permanently on a comprehensive plaque that will be displayed prominently in the future museum. Together, the community can build the new Gregg!

$5 MILLION in student and university support

+ $2.5 MILLION raised privately so far

+ $1.5 MILLION more to be given by supporters like you

= $9 MILLION and a new Gregg Museum!

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T H E C A M P A I G N F O R T H E

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FUND-RAISING PROGRESS

AS A REMINDER…All pledges to the Gregg Museum Campaign may be paid over a period of up to five years from the date of the original commitment. The Founding Friends program is a terrific option for those who wish to support the campaign but cannot commit to a major gift at this time.

CHECK OUT THE GREGG CAMPAIGN WEBSITE!Visit the Gregg Museum Campaign website at newgregg.ncsu.edu to see design renderings, to keep up with our fund-raising progress, to read about our donors, and to learn more about the Gregg Museum of Art & Design and its 30,000+ item collection!

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE GREGG MUSEUM CAMPAIGN?Contact Christina Menges, Director of Development for ARTS NC STATE, at 919.513.4101 or [email protected].

The Campaign for the Gregg Museum of Art & Design is truly a campus and community effort, and you can be a part of it. Consider helping make the Gregg Museum’s permanent home a reality!


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6TH ANNUAL PINHOLE CAMERA CHALLENGEFor NC State students only.Register for the pinhole camera challenge to learn how to turn almost any small container into a handmade camera. Then venture out to photograph the campus through your unique lens and return to the Crafts Center to process the images. Enter your three best negatives for a chance to win a free class at the Crafts Center.

VISIT NCSU.EDU/CRAFTS TO REGISTER.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 19, 2014 $2 registration fee includes a pinhole lens and camera assembly instructions Challenge Days: Section A: Saturday, September 20, 9:30AM-4PM Section B: Sunday, September 21, 9:30AM-4PM

Photo Exhibition: September 22-October 30 Winner to be announced on Friday, October 17

C R A F T SC E N T E R


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2014, 10AM-5PM Crafts Center, Thompson Hall

Featuring work by the Crafts Center’s own artists and craftspeople. Enjoy complimentary refreshments while shopping for unique items

for yourself or those special people on your holiday gift list.

SUPPORTED BY THE NC STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION

30TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFTS FAIR & SALE

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C E N T E R S TA G E

“The Ukraine’s DahkaBrakha turn the dissonant, ethereal drones of Eastern European folk music into a Björkian drum-punk spectacle.”

— Rolling Stone

DAKHABRAKHA Subversive Ukrainian Punk-Folk

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2014 AT 8PMState Ballroom, Talley Student Union Pre-show discussion with guitarist Alex Gorodezky 7PM, 3285 Talley Student Union

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U N I V E R S I T Y T H E AT R E

FEBRUARY 12-22, 2015Visit ncsu.edu/theatre for show times and tickets$19 public, $5 NC State students

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman

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C E N T E R S TA G E

“Never less than dazzling.”

— Washintgon Post

THE SWINGLE SINGERS International A Cappella Phenomenon

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2015 AT 8PMState Ballroom, Talley Student Union You know their trademark sound from Glee and Sex and the City. Today’s London-based Swingle Singers are an international a cappella phenomenon – seven young and versatile voices who deliver folk ballads, funk jams and fugues with equal precision and passion.

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important INFORMATIONEXCHANGESExchanges are available as a special benefit to Center Stage Create Your Own Series subscribers and University Theatre full season subscribers only. Exchanges must be handled in person at the Ticket Central office during normal business hours, no later than 48 hours in advance of the performance date printed on your ticket. Tickets must be exchanged for a performance within the same series.

DISCOUNTS All ticket discounts must be taken at the time of purchase. Discounts cannot be combined.

When ID is required to qualify for a discount, the ID must be presented at the time of purchase. Discount categories requiring ID:

NC State students must present a valid current campus ID.

NC State faculty/staff and Encore members must present a current campus ID.

NC State Alumni Association members must present a current membership card.

Parents & Families Association members must present a VIP (Very Important Parent) card. If you need a replacement VIP card, call the Parents’ Helpline at 877.568.5733 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

REFUNDSRefunds are not offered, except in the case of a cancelled performance. All events are subject to change.

SEATING POLICYDoors open approximately one-half hour before curtain time. As a courtesy to performers and audience members, latecomers will not be seated until a suitable pause in the performance. Please note that due to the configuration of the theatres in Thompson Hall, there will be no late seating for theatrical performances.

ACCESSIBILITYARTS NC STATE performances, exhibitions and classes are accessible to people of all abilities. Wheelchair seating is available in all theatres. The location of accessible parking spaces is noted on the map printed on the inside back cover of this brochure. Large print programs, recorded playbill notes and sign-language interpreters are available on request (please provide Ticket Central with two weeks’ notice to allow time for an ASL interpreter to prepare). The Thompson Hall theatres are equipped with an infrared assistive listening system. An on-site wheelchair, courtesy of Arts Access, is also available. With advance notice, we are eager to provide any other assistance needed.

TTY RELAY 800.735.2962 or 711

ELECTRONIC DEVICESCameras and recorders of any kind are not allowed. Cell phones and mobile devices must be silenced or turned off. No text messaging please, as it is distracting to fellow audience members.

A NOTE TO PARENTSParents should exercise discretion in deciding which events are appropriate for their children. Regardless of

age, everyone must have a ticket. Please, no babes-in-arms.

Music Department concerts are free to children 12 and under, but tickets are required.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSOur primary financial support comes from the students of NC State University. Additional support is provided by grants and our generous donors.

TICKET CENTRAL919.515.1100 / Thompson Hall, Main LobbyFall & Spring semesters: Mon-Fri, 12-6PMSummer & University breaks: Mon-Fri, 1-5PM

For weekday shows, the box office remains open until the show begins. On weekends, the box office opens one hour before the show.

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