February
7
2010
Evening Star Rising
by Lon E. Rogers
Performances February 12 – 28, 2010
Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00
Sunday Matinee at 3:00
Tickets Online Here
The ArtCentre Theatre (formerly Teatro delle Muse), proudly announces the cast of Evening Star Rising written by Lon E. Rogers, Directed, by Jamey Jamison.
Kevin Landis, age 19, sits on death row for a murder he did not commit. Or did he? Laura Enders, a graduate student in psychology is writing her doctorate dissertation on the characteristics of the young criminal mind. Her objective is to find behavioral markers for the early detection of criminality—a litmus test for sociopathy. She obtains permission from the prison warden to study Kevin. In an attempt to formulate an extensive psychological profile, she interviews Kevin in depth and over an extended period of time. She also takes statements from his girlfriend, his priest, his family, and his best friend. The story takes a ominous turn when Laura loses all professional objectivity and bonds emotionally with Kevin. Convinced of Kevin's innocence, Laura sets out to win a new trial for him, and to write a book hoping to sway public opinion against the death penalty.
Evening Star Rising avoids the hackneyed arguments pro and con of this politically sensitive issue. Instead, this story puts a human face on the condemned. The viewers are invited to draw their own conclusions about Kevin, whose proof of guilt, as Laura discovers, falls short of the legal standard for conviction: guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Comments The ArtCentre Theatre Producer Sarah VC Henderson: “We are so fortunate to have such a talented cast to bring EVENING STAR RISING to life. Jamey has a truly passionate take on this new work and we are overjoyed to be bringing his vision to our audiences. We are also very excited to have had the opportunity to work closely with playwright, Lon E. Roger. This will be the second of his works that we have had the pleasure to producer here at The ArtCentre Theatre. I believe this production will be the pride and joy of our season.”
January
28
2010
Opening weekend for Rumors was a success! This review was submitted from an Event Alert Patron who attended her first performance at The ArtCentre Theatre this past weekend.
"Just wanted to tell you how much my friends and I enjoyed the production of
Rumors. Those middle and high schoolers were tremendous.
I started to wonder as I read the program and saw how young they were, I had
some misgivings, but the kids were total professionals. Even an alarm clock
going off in the audience didn't stop them.
Calvin Leipins owned the audience as soon as he walked on stage. His
mannerisms were so good, he seemed to be channeling some snide New York
socialite. The actress portraying Cookie was so hilarious and made us think
of Lucille Ball and Judy Holliday.
The four of us had a wonderful time.
Thanks!"
S.C.
January
21
2010
Rumors
by Neil Simon
Opens Friday night at 7:00PM at The ArtCentre Theatre. This talented group of actors is bringing this show to life on stage for the next 3 weekends.
