The Department of Theatre Arts at Eastern Illinois University presents

NOISES OFF By Michael Frayn

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UNIVERSITY THEATRE STAFF

Professors Jean Wolski, Interim Chair Karen Eisenhour David Wolski

Associate Professor Christopher J. Mitchell

Assistant Professor Nick Shaw Jeff Tangeman

Instructors Mary Yarbrough

Specialists Rhianon Harvey Tom Hawk

Office Manager Damita K. Lewis

Professors Emeritus Clarence Blanchette

Jerry Eisenhour

John 1 Oertling

Doudna Fine Arts Center Staff Dwight Vaught, Director / Dan Crews, Promotions & Patron Services Dennis Malak, Events Coordinator

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RECIPIENTS OF EXCELLENCE IN FINE ARTS AWARD

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Deb Althoff Jennifer Andrews Emily Betz Hannah Brinson Miranda Buob Damen Edwards Bryan Grossbauer Brendan Hughes Robert Kalmbach Jessica Mahrt Michael Papaleo Ryan Petemell Melissa Reczek Stacy Scherf Kate Siovinski Susan Sparacio Andrew Swanson Alex Trucanno Emile Weilbacher Christopher Yonke

Mariam Amr Brian Aycock Kayla Blue Rob Browy Nicholas Camfield Caren Evers Elisabeth Hartrich Jillion Jacob Theresa Lipinski Stacey Mallo Jennifer Pepsnik Scott Podraza Rocco Renda Jeremy' Seymou r Kyle Snyders Miranda Stone Shawn Thompson Sarah Vecchio Aubrey W iggs

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department of heatre arts E.ASTERN ILLIi'�C S UhJIVERSiTY

presents

NOISES OFF by

Michael Frayn directed by

JEFF TANGEMAN

Produced by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

APRIL 15,16,18,19 7PM

APRIL 17, 2 PM

2011

THE THEATRE

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Director .................................................................................. Jeffrey Tangeman Scenic Design .............................................................................. David Wolski Costume Design ....................................................................... Karen Eisenhour L' hr D

. Ig Ing eslgn ............................................................................ David Wolski

Sound Design .............................................................................. David Wolski

CAST

DottyOtley /Mrs. Clackett ................................................................ Alexis Evans * Lloyd Dallas ................................................................................... TaylorDavis * Brooke Ashton/Vicki .................................................................... Ashley Ruddell Belinda Blair/Flavia Brent .......................................................... MollyManhart* * GarryLejeune/Roger Tramplemain ......................................................... Vince Dill FrederickFeliowes/PhilipBrent.. ............................................. AndrewSwanson * * Selsdon Mowbray/Burglar. ........................................................... Geoffrey Zokal Poppy Norton-Taylor .................................................................. Anna Broughton Tim Aligood ................................................................................. Jake Dorencz

ACT I The living room of the Brents' country home.

Wednesday afternoon. (Onstage of Grand Theatre, Weston-super-Mare

Monday, January 14th.) 1 5 minute intermission

ACT II The living room of the Brents' country home.

Wednesday afternoon (Backstage of Theatre Royal, Ashton-under-Lyne.

Wednesday matinee, February 13.) 1 5 minute intermission

ACT III The living room of the Brents' country home.

Wednesday afternoon (Onstage of Municipal Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees.

Saturday, April 6.)

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JEFFREY TANGEMAN (Director) Previous directing credits include: New York City (Off and Off-off Broadway) AFTER THE GLORY, THE CONFIRMATION (Finalist: 2003 Samuel French OOB Short Play Festival), HENRY V, BOYS IN THE BACKROOM, as well as the premiere productions of THE TURN DOWN, STRAINED RELATIONSHIPS, BLIND TOM (Workshop), THE BEAU DEFEATED, AN UNHAPPY WOMAN, THE TRIUMPH OF THE WEST, DINNER AT ATE, and ESCAPE FROM BONDAGE (Historical Chronology of Frederick Douglass). The former Producing Artistic Director of Black Box Productions in NYC and Artistic Director for the New Play Developmental Series with Love Creek Productions (also in NYC), Jeffrey has also directed regionally with such companies as The Source Theatre (D.C.), Nebraska Repertory Theatre, The New Theatre (Miami), Huntington Rep ., Orpheus Theatre, and Heartland Theatre. His regional credits include: LEND ME A TENOR, KISS ME KATE, THE MIKADO, HUMBLE BOY, THE COMPLEAT W ORKS OF WLLM SHKSPR (ABRGD), NEVER THE SINNER: THE LEOPOLD AND LOEB STORY, THE LlTILE PRINCE, and FOOTLOOSE. He has also directed in the university and conservatory arenas with such productions as: URINETOWN, METAMORPHOSES (Zimmerman), HEDDA GABLER, INSPECT­ING CAROL, MARISOL, THE LARAMIE PROJECT, NOISES OFF, TARTUFFE, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, LYDIE BREEZE, and SWEET CHARITY. Jeffrey currently teaches Directing, Acting and Script Analysis at EIU and serves as an Advisory Board Member and former Chair of the Board of Directors for The Independent Theatre Collective and is a proud member of the Society of Directors and Choreographers (SDC).

*Indicates membership in Alpha Psi Omega, Alpha Alpha Zeta Cast, Honorary Dramatic Society at Eastern Illinois University

* *Theatre Arts Scholarship Recipient

Paul Martin (Stage Manager) is a senior Theatre Arts/English major with Teacher Certification emphasis from Oak Park, IL. He has been backstage for several EIU productions. Most recently, he was ADSM for Incorruptible. He is a recipient of the Talented Stu­dent Award in the office and is Vice President of Alpha Psi Omega. Paul would like to thank his family and friends for their support.

Amber Nail (Assistant Stage Manager) is a senior Theatre Arts major from Centralia, IL. She recently worked backstage on Tartuffe and Translations. She is a recipient of the Talented Student Award in the costume shop and is President of Alpha Psi Omega. Amber would like to thank God and her family for everything.

Alexis Evans (Dotty/Mrs. C/ackett) is a junior Public Relations major from Godfrey, IL. She was last seen on the EIU stage in the student directed one act The Love Course. She would like to thank Mary Yarbrough and Tom Hawk for believing in her.

Taylor Davis (Lloyd) is a sophomore Communications major from Stonington, IL. He was last seen in Fiddler on the Roof. He is a member of the comedy improv group Hello Dali and the sketch comedy group Lunchbox Voodoo. Taylor thanks his family and, especially, his friends that encouraged him to audition this year.

Ashley Ruddell (Brooke/Vicki) is a sophomore Elementary Edu­cation major with a Theatre Arts minor from Gurnee, IL. She was last seen in Urinetown. She would like to thank her mom, dad and brothers and other family members for their support, also Denise Sebastiano for enouraging me to continue with theatre.

Molly Manhart (Belinda/Flavia) is a junior Theatre Arts major from Strasburg, IL. Last semester she performed in Urinetown and also designed the set for the student directed one acts. Molly has a Talented Student Award in the Scene Shop. She would like to thank her parents for their love and continuou support of this crazy dream.

Vince Dill (Gary/Roger) is a senior BGS major from Cham­paign, IL. He was last seen on the EIU stage in The Little Foxes and on the Parkland College stage in The Valiant. He is an ensemble member of the Bruised Orange Theatre Company (bruisedorange. org) located in Chicago, IL. Vince would like to thank his Mom.

Andrew Swanson (Frederick/Philip) is a sophomore Theatre Arts major with a minor in Communications from Downers Grove, IL. Andrew has previously been seen on the EIU stage in Urinetown, Fid­dler on the Roof, and The Tempest. He is a recipient of the Excellence in Fine Arts Award in Theatre and would like to thank his family and friends for their constant support.

GeoHrey Zokal (Se/sdon/Burglar) is a senior History major with Teacher Certification from Crystal Lake, IL. He was last seen on the EIU stage in Incorruptible. He has also performed in several plays at McHenry County College. He would like to thank family and friends, and fellow cast/crew members for their support

Anna Broughton (Poppy) is a freshman Theatre/English double major from Wadsworth IL. Anna was last seen on the EIU stage in the student directed one act Sorry, Wrong Number. This is her second productio.n with EIU. She would like to thank her parents, step-parents, Megan and N.F.

Jake Dorencz (Tim) is a freshman Communications major with a minor in Theatre from Romeoville, IL. This is Jake's third show here and fifth since he picked up acting last year. He would like to thank his family, his inspirational friends, and his brothers of SAE. lilt's been a great first year. II

TECHNICAL STAFF Assistant Director/Stage Manager ............................................... Paul Martin*** Asst. Stage Manager. ................................................................ Amber Nail* * * Master Electrician .................................................... Caitlin Bieda*, Amber Nail,

Mallory Stringfellow*, David Wolski Deck Electrician ............................................................. William Richardson*** Sound Technician ......................................................................... David Wolski Technical Direction ........................................................................... Tom Hawk LBO ................................................................................... Elyse Waggoner* * SBO .................................................................................... Katie Shaughnessy Properties Master ........................................................................... Jacob Foster Costume Shop Supervisor .......................................................... Karen Eisenhour Assistant Costume Shop Supervisor ............................................. Rhianon Harvey Scene Shop Foreman ........................................................................ Tom Hawk

SUPPORT STAFF Set Construction Crew .......................... .Josh Anderson * *, Tony Boyd * , Vince Dill,

Taylor Davis, Nora Euker* * , Jacob Foster, Tom Hawk, Taylor Larson, Moilly Manhart, Jason Rutkowski * , Lareasa Smith,

Andrew Swanson, Alex Truccano * * *, Dory William, David Wolski Lighting Execution ..................................................... Caitlin Bieda, Amber Nail,

Mallory Stringfellow, David Wolski Set Shift ..................................................................... Ryan Cress*, Katy Kruzic,

Marcus May, Ryan McCain, Shane Sodsaikich* Costume Construction Crew ............... Gianni Adorno, Rebecca Berkowicz*, Anna

Broughton, Andrew Buel, Miranda Buob * *, Karen Eisenhour, Ree Harvey, Ashley Elkins, Nora Euker, Tiffanie Haisma, Shelly

Hanson**, Katy Hawley**, Jillian Jacob**, Ryan McCain, Amber Nail, Jamie O'Hearn, Ashley Ruddell, Rachael Sapp, Hilary Shields, Lareasa

Smith, Noah Stutzman, Tim Tholl, Alex Truccano, Elyse Waggoner Costume Running Crew Head ....................................................... Julie Zielinski* Costume Running Crew ............................................... Grant Molen, Allie Payne,

Jason Rutkowski, Michelle Williams Running Props ............................................................................... Jacob Foster Patron Services ............................................................................... Dan Crews House Managers .................................................... Timothy Aberle, Andy Ehrich Box Office ................ Josh Anderson, Dan Crews, Ellie Sternaman, Elizabeth T urrisi

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DOUDNA FINE ARTS CENTER THEATRE ARTS DEPARTMENT

2011 SEASON OF PLAYS

SPRING 201 1

Open Auditions for Spring performances. Register in Movement Studio, DFAC 1080 January 20 6 pm

9th Annual New Works Play Reading Movement Studio January 19 7 pm

Tartuffe The Black Box March 4, 5, 7,8 March 6

Noises Off The Theatre April 15,16, 18, 19 April 17

7 pm 2 pm

7 pm 2 pm

Folk Tales for Fun - Children's Theatre Tour on EIU campus during Celebration The Theatre $1.00 admission charge April 16 12 pm

2 pm

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FALL 201 1

Open Auditions for Fall performances. Register in Movement Studio, DFAC 1080 August 29 6 pm

Volpone The Theatre October 26,27,28,29 October 30

The Shape of Things The Black Box November 30, December 1,2,3 December 4

7:30 pm 2 pm

7:30 pm 2 pm

Please note Fall 2011 changes: + change in performance days

(Wednesday - Sunday) + change in starting time

For tickets and information contact Doudna Fine Arts Patron Services at 217-581-3110 or doudnatix@eiu.edu, or visit Doudna Fine Arts Center Box Office, which is open Monday-Friday, 11 :30 am - 6 pm and one hour before each performance.

Auditions are open to the public. Please call 217-581-3121 for more information.

FRIENDS OF THE THEATRE DONATIONS MADE AFTER JULY 1, 2010

Rick & Phyllis Bayles Jon & Lynn Collins

Barry Johnson

Jim & Wanda Johnson Pat McCallister

Directors Dr. John Hanners

Bonnie Irwin & Ned Huston

Alison Eudeikis Dr. Robert & Nancy

Hennings

Mary Bryden Carolyn Krafka

Angel. .... .. ..... .. .. . . .... . .... ..... $300.00+ Producer ... .. . . . . . .. .. . ... $200.00-299.00

Angels Ron & Nancy Kruzic

Richard Lumpkin Ron & Carol Martin

Producers Alex & Susan Peck

John & Juanita Roberts

Stage Managers

Crew Richard & Barbara Funk

Director . . . .. ... . . . ... . . . .. . $150.00-199.00 Associate Director . ... . $125.00-149.00

Bill & Linda Perry Bill & Carol Strode

Dr. Nancy Tait

Kevin & Nancy Reed West. Comm. Partnership

Associate Directors James & Iris Martin

Mike & Barbara Watts Jennifer Zorn-Sargent

Dr. Stanley Scott Chuck White

Stage Manager .. . . . . . . . $l 00.00-124.00 Crew ... .. . . .. . . . .. . .... . . . . . . . . $50.00-99.00

Your support is playing an increasingly important role in funding our program and the quality it affords. As appropriations from the State are cut and inflation continues its dizzy spiral, patron support becomes a necessity. Your voluntary donations are necessary to our success in supporting a service to the community, campus and region. Please take a moment to fill out the attached form and return with your pledge or check. Your generosity is appreciated.

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Prohibiting of Camera and Recording

Equipment

Photographing and recording of the performance is

strictly proh ibited.

Pagers, Cell Phone and other Electronic Devices

Electronic devices, phones and pagers should be

disconnected before the start of the performance.

Doctor and Parents Emergency Call Number

Please leave your seating locations with your

exchanges or sitter and have them call 217-581-3110.

An AED device is located near the Box Office. Please

inform an usher or the Box Office if medical assistance

is needed.

Fire Exit Notice

The red lighted "EXIT" sign nearest your seat is the

shortest route. In the event of fire or other emergency,

please DO NOT RUN - WALK - to the nearest exit.

No Smoking

No smoking in the auditorium Smoking is permitted

outside, 15 feet from any entrance of the building.

Special Needs

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available for all venues in the Doudna. Special seating

needs must be specified at time of ticket order. Assisted

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/ listening devices are also available prior to each

performance and can be requested at the Box Office.

Food and Beverages

Food and beverages are not allowed inside any of

the auditoriums.

Ushers

Ushers are located at the entrance of the hall. If you

have a question or a problem, please let them know

and they will contact the House Manager

Late Seating

Latecomers will only be seated at a suitable break

in the performance.

Group Sales

For information regarding group sales (15 or more

tickets) please call 217-581-3110

Tickets

Unclaimed reservations will be released 15 minutes

before curtain.

THE DOUDNA FINE ARTS CENTER

The Doudna Fine Arts Center is a division

of the Eastern Illinois University College

of Arts & Humanities, Charleston, Illinois.

Doudna Fine Arts Center public arts

programs are funded by the New and

Emerging Artists Series, by the Excellence

in Fine Arts Fund, by Eastern Illinois

University, and by the EIU departments and

other patrons as listed.

For reservations and ticket information, or

to arrange accommodations for persons

with special needs, contact the Patron

Services/Box Office at doudnatix@eiu.

edu, 217-581-3110, or visit the Doudna

Fine Arts Center Box Office, which is open

Monday-Friday, 1 1 :30 am - 6pm and one

hour before the show.

For Doudna information contact doudna@

eiu.edu or 217-581-3110; information is

also available at www.eiu.edu/doudna.

MAJORING IN THEATRE ARTS AT EASTERN A Theatre Arts major is resident at

EIU which includes Concentrations in

performance, design, literature and

directing.

A teacher certification is available. For

additional information call 217-581-3121

or visit the main office in the Doudna Fine

Arts Center, Room 2080.

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accredited by the National Association of

Schools of Theatre and is a member of the

Illinois Theatre Association, The Association

for Theatre in Higher Education, and is a

participant in Region III of the American

College Theatre Festival.

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