You fall in love, fall out of love, sometimes in unexpected hilarious ways. Sound familiar?
This is the general plot of the relatable play “Almost, Maine” which debuts in the Ambrose Studio Theatre soon.
The studio theatre is used by theatre students who want the opportunity to direct a show on their own. It’s an intimate environment but gives the same experience as directing on a Broadway stage. The phenomenal student director of this production is Molly Conrad ’14.
“I applied to direct ‘Almost, Maine’, because it is funny and it is heartbreaking, but it isn’t just funny and heartbreaking”, Conrad said. “There are magical moments that make each scene special, and bring all the stories throughout the show together.”
This production is the biggest cast in the history of the studio theatre. Featuring 17 students, many of whom are non-theatre majors, “Almost, Maine” exemplifies what Ambrose is all about: involvement and stretching the creative mind.
“Everyone involved is doing an excellent job, and finding that they have true gifts,” Conrad said. “It’s great to discover everyone’s potential.”
So why should you come see the show in the director’s opinion?
“The show is just above an hour. It is hilarious, but also relatable. I predict audience members will not have trouble relating to at least one scene, or one character.”
Show runs:
Thursday Nov 1, @ 7:30p.m.
Friday Nov 2, @ 7:30p.m.
Saturday Nov 3, @ 2 & 7:30p.m.
Tickets are on sale for $6, and seating is limited, so it’s important to reserve your seats now! Contact the Galvin Box office at (563) 333-6251 to get your tickets. Everybody, even students, needs to purchase a ticket because of the small environment.
This is one show you do not want to miss! I’ve seen it 3 times and it still touches my heart in comical ways.
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