Auditions will be Sept. 9-Sept. 10 for Vanguard Theatre’s production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, which comes to Martin in October. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is about a psychiatric hospital in Oregon. The play, just like the book, is narrated by a patient, Ken Kesey. The patients have long been ensconced… Continue reading Vanguard auditions set for ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’
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Theatre honor society to host Improv Night
On April 26, the Rho Gamma cast of Alpha Psi Omega will host a comedy Improv Night at 7 in the Little Theatre of the Fine Arts building at UTM. Tickets will be $3, with all proceeds going to the Martin Housing Authority. Attendees are welcome to donate a larger amount if so desired. The… Continue reading Theatre honor society to host Improv Night
Masquerade Theatre presents ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’
Legally Blonde: The Musical plans to take Northwest Tennessee by storm bringing something new to the Masquerade Theatre. “The show really is unlike anything that has even been presented on the Masquerade stage. It’s a very modern; it’s very contemporary. It’s very funny and in the now. It’s fun, energetic and exciting,” said Director Jonathan Johnson,… Continue reading Masquerade Theatre presents ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’
10 things to know about Shirley Temple
She was the biggest of child stars. She was the top U.S. box-office draw from 1935 to 1938, beating out Clark Gable, Bing Crosby, Gary Cooper and Joan Crawford. She kept children singing “On the Good Ship Lollipop” for generations, retired from acting at age 21 and went on to a diplomatic career. Here’s a… Continue reading 10 things to know about Shirley Temple
Vanguard Theatre auditions ‘Book of Days’
Auditions for the 2014 Vanguard Theatre’s production of Book of Days by Lanford Wilson are underway. Auditions will be held today, Wed. Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. in Room 147 (the Little Theatre) of the Fine Arts Building. Students who audition will use cold readings that are provided. Wilson recently passed away, so the Vanguard Theatre… Continue reading Vanguard Theatre auditions ‘Book of Days’
Legally Blonde bends and snaps its way to Union City
“Legally Blonde: The Musical” will be taking over Union City in March. Director Jonathan Johnson says he is very excited about this production and wants to encourage everyone to audition. “People should come to audition, because this is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of something that is very rare in this area‑ a… Continue reading Legally Blonde bends and snaps its way to Union City
Masquerade Theatre presents ‘A Christmas Carol’
Union City’s Masquerade Theatre is back at it again. This Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m., doors will open at Capitol Theatre for “A Christmas Carol.” Originally written by Charles Dickens, the play has been adapted by Bob Elderkin, who plays a major role in the production. Elderkin is the technical director, sound board operator… Continue reading Masquerade Theatre presents ‘A Christmas Carol’
The UTM Vanguard Theatre presents Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’
The Vanguard Theatre, led by director Ken Zimmerman, has once again delivered a successful show, with seats being sold out for several of the eight nights of performances. Students from all over campus came to watch Neil Simon’s Fools. In a fractured, fantastical and magical land where flowers are mistaken for fish, where the color… Continue reading The UTM Vanguard Theatre presents Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’
Vanguard Theatre opens first production in new building
Want a laugh? Then, come see Vanguard Theatre’s production of Fools by Neil Simon, directed by Ken Zimmerman. This play, UTM’s first of the year, opened last night at 8 p.m. and will continue tonight at 8 p.m., tomorrow at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., along with next week at the same times.… Continue reading Vanguard Theatre opens first production in new building
Alpha Psi Omega gives opportunity to all in arts
Calling all Fine Arts majors and those who just love theatre, art, music and dance: UTM is proud to present the National Theatre Honor Society, Rho Gamma Chapter of Alpha Psi Omega. “We are here to promote the arts, not just theatre,” said Stephanie Kink, a senior Fine and Performing Arts major. Klink is the current… Continue reading Alpha Psi Omega gives opportunity to all in arts