Theatre

Department

UIS Theatre's Auditions and Crew Interviews for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

ETHIB1 — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 23:38:19 +0000

UIS Theatre's Auditions and Crew Interviews for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike ETHIB1 Wed, 12/11/2024 - 17:38

UIS Theatre's OPEN Auditions and Crew Interviews

for Christopher Durang's play Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Studio Theatre, Level 1, Performing Arts Center on the UIS Campus

6:00pm - Crew Interviews each day

7:00pm - Auditions each day

Prepared Contemporary One Minute Monologues are appreciated, but not required.
Cold Readings from the Script will take place.
Headshots/Resumes are appreciated but also not required.

Read more about the play on our Auditions page.

A limited number of Scripts are available at the UIS Brookens Library front desk for 24 hour checkout.

When

Tue, Jan 21 2025, 6 - 8pm

Wed, Jan 22 2025, 6 - 8pm

Location

Studio Theatre, Level 1, Performing Arts Center

Event Type

Department

"Hurricane Diane" Presented by UIS Theatre

alazz2 — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:29:02 +0000

"Hurricane Diane" Presented by UIS Theatre alazz2 Mon, 08/19/2024 - 10:29

Please visit our Theatre Productions page for more information about the play, performance schedule, ticket information and more!

When

Fri, Nov 1 2024, 7:30 - 10:30pm

Sat, Nov 2 2024, 7:30 - 10:30pm

Fri, Nov 8 2024, 7:30 - 10:30pm

Sat, Nov 9 2024, 7:30 - 10:30pm

Sun, Nov 3 2024, 2 - 5pm

Location

UIS Studio Theatre, Public Affairs Center, Level 1

Event Type

Department

Art, Music, and Theatre

Open Auditions and Crew Interviews for Hurricane Diane

khobb2 — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 13:48:55 +0000

Open Auditions and Crew Interviews for Hurricane Diane khobb2 Tue, 08/13/2024 - 08:48

Open Auditions and Crew Interviews for Madeleine George's HURRICANE DIANE on Tuesday, September 3rd and Wednesday, September 4th at the Studio Theatre, Level One, Public Affairs Center, here on the UIS Campus.

6:00pm Crew Interviews and 7:00pm Auditions on both these days.

Please see our Auditions page for more details on the play, roles, and for more information.

When

Tue, Sep 3 2024, 6 - 8pm

Wed, Sep 4 2024, 6 - 8pm

Location

Studio Theatre, Public Affairs Center, Level 1

Event Type

Student

Department

Art, Music, and Theatre

Brad Williams: Tour ’24

skupp4 — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:28:06 +0000

Brad Williams: Tour ’24 skupp4 Mon, 11/20/2023 - 11:28

“No one is doing stand-up comedy more hilariously than Brad Williams.”
New York Times

Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. Williams started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, routinely selling out prestigious venues all over the country and world.

Williams has parlayed his live performances into a multitude of stand-up television appearances, including The Tonight Show, Dave Attell’s Comedy Underground, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. His first one-hour special, Fun Size, was the highest rated special on Showtime, and a year later, he followed that up with his second one, Daddy Issues, which was even more successful than the first. His third special in three years was an uproarious one, hosting some of the edgiest comedians in the country from the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs Festival. His last groundbreaking special on Netflix, The Degenerates, garnered more huge ratings and rave reviews.

Also an accomplished actor, Williams has appeared on numerous TV shows and feature films, including FX’s Legit, Sam and Cat, Mind of Mencia, Pitboss, a recurring role on the Hulu original show Deadbeat, and memorable roles in a plethora of movies, including Little Evil, produced by Scott Stuber (Ted), as well as the Netflix original Christopher Guest film, Mascots, and most recently Reno 911: It’s A Wonderful Heist.

Recently, Brad became the first stand-up comedian to headline a Cirque de Soleil show in their 30 year history, when he agreed to launch—and do a three month run of—their newest show Mad Apple, at the magnificent 1200 seat New York New York Theater in Las Vegas. The show became an immediate smash hit to rave revues, singling out Williams for his incredible ability to captivate his audiences with his extraordinary performances.

In addition to stand-up and acting, Williams co-created and co-hosted one of the most successful podcasts in the world, with friend and fellow comic Adam Ray, entitled ��ý Last Night, which was always a mainstay on the iTunes charts during their five year run. Additionally, he is also a regular contributor with a series of incredibly funny appearances on several national radio and podcast platforms, including KROQ’s Kevin and Bean Show and The Adam Carolla Show.

Williams’ humorous and inspiring observations on disability, relationships, sex, and race consistently win over audiences; proving anyone can overcome their shortcomings. His high energy live performances frequently produce standing ovations from audience members; which prompted the late Robin Williams to call him “Prozac with a head

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On Sale:

FRIENDS Members at the $125+ Giving Level – Wednesday, November 15 at 10 am
FRIENDS Members at the $5+ Giving Level – Thursday, November 16 at 10 am
Non-Members (public) – Friday, November 17 at 10 am

To learn how to become a FRIEND and read about our Membership levels, visit UISpac.com/FRIENDS. To become a FRIEND today call the UIS Ticket Office at (217) 206-6160.

Ticket Prices:

Gold Circle – $74.50
Orchestra – $49.50
Loge Front – $39.50
Mezzanine – $29.50
Balcony – $29.50

When

Sat, Aug 24 2024, 7 - 9pm

Location

UIS Sangamon Auditorium

Event Type

Department

Abbey Road’s Christmas with the Beatles

skupp4 — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:59:40 +0000

Abbey Road’s Christmas with the Beatles skupp4 Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:59

Abbey Road’s Christmas with the Beatles features all the top hits of the Beatles along with some great holiday tunes, Abbey Road’s Christmas With The Beatles promises to be a night of fun. The show is appropriate for all ages.

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On Sale:

FRIENDS Members at the $125+ Giving Level – Wednesday, October 25 at 10 am
FRIENDS Members at the $5+ Giving Level – Thursday, October 26 at 10 am
Non-Members (public) – Friday, October 27 at 10 am

To learn how to become a FRIEND and read about our Membership levels, visit UISpac.com/FRIENDS. To become a FRIEND today call the UIS Ticket Office at (217) 206-6160.

Ticket Prices:

Gold Circle – $78.50
Orchestra – $58.50
Loge/Mezzanine – $48.50
Loge/Mezzanine/Balcony – $28.50

When

Sun, Dec 17 2023, 7 - 9pm

Location

UIS Sangamon Auditorium

Event Type

Department

UIS Theatre's THE THANKSGIVING PLAY production

ETHIB1 — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:10:20 +0000

UIS Theatre's THE THANKSGIVING PLAY production ETHIB1 Tue, 10/10/2023 - 16:10

With a wink and a smile, Larissa FastHorse reminds us all, that sometimes pushing less message does more good. "MacArthur Genius Larissa Fasthorse's shocking satire flips the bird on one of America's most prolific myths...When a troupe of really, really well-meaning theater artists attempt to put on a culturally sensitive Thanksgiving school pageant, things get messy. Hilarious and poignant, this delicious play skewers everything right, wrong, and woke in America. The Hollywood Reporter raves, "It's uproarious, clever and very, very funny! Something for which to be truly thankful."--2nd Stage's Website

When

Fri, Oct 27 2023, 7:30 - 9:15pm

Sat, Oct 28 2023, 7:30 - 9:15pm

Fri, Nov 3 2023, 7:30 - 9:15pm

Sat, Nov 4 2023, 7:30 - 9:15pm

Sun, Oct 29 2023, 2 - 3:45pm

Thu, Nov 2 2023, 7:30 - 9:15pm

Location

Studio Theatre, Level 1, Performing Arts Center

Event Type

Department

Art, Music, and Theatre

World Ballet Series: Swan Lake

skupp4 — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:41:48 +0000

World Ballet Series: Swan Lake skupp4 Mon, 10/02/2023 - 11:41

Experience the legendary!

Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed one night only as a part of the World Ballet Series. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky’s music.

The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets as well as over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.

World Ballet Series is a unique project that attracts many international artists and is composed of renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries who are united by a passion for entertaining audiences and enriching classical ballet traditions through brilliant, critically-acclaimed new productions of timeless ballet classics.

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On Sale:
FRIENDS Members at the $125+ Giving Level – Tuesday, October 3 at 10 am
FRIENDS Members at the $5+ Giving Level – Wednesday, October 4 at 10 am
Non-Members (public) – Friday, October 6 at 10 am

To learn how to become a FRIEND and read about our Membership levels, visit UISpac.com/FRIENDS. To become a FRIEND today call the UIS Ticket Office at (217) 206-6160.

Ticket Prices:
Gold Circle – $89
Orchestra – $89, $75
Loge – $55
Mezzanine – $45, $35
Balcony – $35

When

Fri, Mar 22 2024, 7 - 9pm

Location

UIS Sangamon Auditorium

Event Type

Department

Show and ticket Information

Bored Teachers: We Can’t Make This Stuff Up! Comedy Tour

skupp4 — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 15:46:14 +0000

Bored Teachers: We Can’t Make This Stuff Up! Comedy Tour skupp4 Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:46

Bored Teachers Studios, the #1 teacher-entertainment platform, presents the funniest teacher-comedians in the world all on one stage. Their hilarious skits have amassed hundreds of millions of views on the internet, and they’re all joining comic forces on stage for a night of laughter you do not want to miss. Put that red pen down, call your teacher besties, and come burn off some of that stress from the school year!

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On Sale:
FRIENDS Members at the $125+ Giving Level – Wednesday, September 27 at 10 am
FRIENDS Members at the $5+ Giving Level – Thursday, September 28 at 10 am
Non-Members (public) – Friday, September 29 at 10 am

To learn how to become a FRIEND and read about our Membership levels, visit UISpac.com/FRIENDS. To become a FRIEND today call the UIS Ticket Office at (217) 206-6160.

Ticket Prices:
Gold Circle – $55
Orchestra, Loge & Balcony Front – $55
Orchestra, Loge & Balcony Back – $35

When

Thu, May 9 2024, 7:30 - 9:30pm

Location

UIS Sangamon Auditorium

Event Type

Department

ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence

skupp4 — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:19:17 +0000

ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence skupp4 Tue, 09/19/2023 - 13:19

#ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence is a nationwide effort to bring awareness to gun violence through theater. On the same evening across the country, theaters, schools, and community groups will stage readings of six (6) new 10-minute plays by teen writers confronting gun violence, selected by a committee of nationally-renowned playwrights. The UIS Performing Arts Center is pleased to join this effort in 2023.

Nearly 2,000 artists in more than 100 communities have participated across two previous nationwide readings of #ENOUGH. Many have used #ENOUGH to forge meaningful community partnerships and create space for the youth of their area to be seen and heard. Teens are looking for answers on how to avoid becoming another statistic and saying, “Enough is enough.” Join us for this powerful theatrical event.

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Tickets: $10

Limited seating available!

UIS Studio Theatre

When

Mon, Nov 6 2023, 7 - 9pm

Location

UIS Studio Theatre

Event Type

Department