The Montana Repertory Theatre Presents ‘The Odyssey’ Adapted by Briandaniel Oglesby
The Montana Repertory Theatre PresentsTHE ODYSSEYAdapted by Briandaniel Oglesby Friday, September 1 at 7 PM (Door opens at 6:30 PM) / Pick What You PaySaturday, September 2 at 2 PM (Door opens at 1:30 PM) / $20 General Admission, $12 for 18 & underFor tickets visit: https://montanarep.com/ The Montana Repertory Theater is proud to announce its upcoming educational outreach tour of The Odyssey, adapted by Briandaniel Oglesby – beginning with opening performances in Missoula at the Zootown Arts Community Center! This comedic retelling of Homer’s epic poem will tour schools, libraries, and community centers across Montana this fall. The Odyssey follows the journey of Odysseus as he encounters Cyclops, sirens, and more on his 10-year voyage home after the Trojan War. Oglesby’s adaptation condenses this sprawling tale into a fast-paced, slapstick comedy performed by a small ensemble of three actors playing dozens of characters. Through imaginative storytelling and physical comedy, the play captures the poetry and tragedy of the original work while making it accessible to modern audiences. The Odyssey is part of Montana Rep’s educational tour program, which aims to bring live theater to areas of the state with limited access to arts education. The play will tour over 30 schools from Thompson Falls, MT, to Wibaux, MT, reaching thousands of middle and high school students. Each performance includes an interactive component where students can participate directly in the story and take workshops led by The Rep’s tour team. The Odyssey is directed by UM Theatre and Dance Graduate student Jacob Christiansen and features actors Stephen Blotzke, Mena Carrara-Ackerman, and Jensen Hill. Blotzke and Carrarra-Ackerman are alums of UM Theatre and Dance. About the Montana Repertory Theatre (Missoula, Mont.) Established in 1967, the Montana Repertory Theatre is the resident professional theatre at the University of Montana. Standing at the cross-section of educational and professional theatre, The Rep produces work that celebrates, engages, and challenges the people of Missoula and the state of Montana. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
The Montana Repertory Theatre Presents ‘The Odyssey’ Adapted by Briandaniel Oglesby
The Montana Repertory Theatre PresentsTHE ODYSSEYAdapted by Briandaniel Oglesby Friday, September 1 at 7 PM (Door opens at 6:30 PM) / Pick What You PaySaturday, September 2 at 2 PM (Door opens at 1:30 PM) / $20 General Admission, $12 for 18 & underFor tickets visit: https://montanarep.com/ The Montana Repertory Theater is proud to announce its upcoming educational outreach tour of The Odyssey, adapted by Briandaniel Oglesby – beginning with opening performances in Missoula at the Zootown Arts Community Center! This comedic retelling of Homer’s epic poem will tour schools, libraries, and community centers across Montana this fall. The Odyssey follows the journey of Odysseus as he encounters Cyclops, sirens, and more on his 10-year voyage home after the Trojan War. Oglesby’s adaptation condenses this sprawling tale into a fast-paced, slapstick comedy performed by a small ensemble of three actors playing dozens of characters. Through imaginative storytelling and physical comedy, the play captures the poetry and tragedy of the original work while making it accessible to modern audiences. The Odyssey is part of Montana Rep’s educational tour program, which aims to bring live theater to areas of the state with limited access to arts education. The play will tour over 30 schools from Thompson Falls, MT, to Wibaux, MT, reaching thousands of middle and high school students. Each performance includes an interactive component where students can participate directly in the story and take workshops led by The Rep’s tour team. The Odyssey is directed by UM Theatre and Dance Graduate student Jacob Christiansen and features actors Stephen Blotzke, Mena Carrara-Ackerman, and Jensen Hill. Blotzke and Carrarra-Ackerman are alums of UM Theatre and Dance. About the Montana Repertory Theatre (Missoula, Mont.) Established in 1967, the Montana Repertory Theatre is the resident professional theatre at the University of Montana. Standing at the cross-section of educational and professional theatre, The Rep produces work that celebrates, engages, and challenges the people of Missoula and the state of Montana. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Playdoh Presents ‘The Cave of Despacito’
Sunday, June 24 // Doors at 7 PM // Show starts at 7:30 PM // $15 *This show contains mature themes that may not be appropriate for all audiences. The Cave of Despacito, presented by Playdoh, is a one-person variety puppet show reimagining Plato’s Allegory of the Cave in a contemporary multiverse of comedic sketches. You can expect to inhabit a new reality where America is a Buffalo Wild Wings franchise, a post apocalyptic cult necromances a celebrity moose, you are attacked by a rabid email who is out for blood, and attend a Despacito-themed conference that makes you question our obsession with consuming media. The show has been performed at many venues all the way up the coast from Atlanta to Vermont. Check out Playdoh’s IG for Tour Highlights + Show clips: @nosepickah. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
THTR & CO present Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday // April 21, 22, & 23 // Doors at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $15 THTR & CO. is a new and upcoming theatre company based in Missoula, Montana. Started by four graduates from the University of Montana, THTR & CO is pleased to announce our first show, Eurydice, by Sarah Ruhl. This story retells the classic Greek tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice from the Heroine’s perspective, using contemporary language and additional characters to enhance the love, loss, and journey the audience witnesses. This show is dedicated to Mia Melyssa Anderson, who passed away in November of 2020. Theatre is not only about telling new stories, but breathing new life into the traditions we have all grown to know and love. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
THTR & CO present Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday // April 21, 22, & 23 // Doors at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $15 THTR & CO. is a new and upcoming theatre company based in Missoula, Montana. Started by four graduates from the University of Montana, THTR & CO is pleased to announce our first show, Eurydice, by Sarah Ruhl. This story retells the classic Greek tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice from the Heroine’s perspective, using contemporary language and additional characters to enhance the love, loss, and journey the audience witnesses. This show is dedicated to Mia Melyssa Anderson, who passed away in November of 2020. Theatre is not only about telling new stories, but breathing new life into the traditions we have all grown to know and love. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
THTR & CO present Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday // April 21, 22, & 23 // Doors at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $15 THTR & CO. is a new and upcoming theatre company based in Missoula, Montana. Started by four graduates from the University of Montana, THTR & CO is pleased to announce our first show, Eurydice, by Sarah Ruhl. This story retells the classic Greek tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice from the Heroine’s perspective, using contemporary language and additional characters to enhance the love, loss, and journey the audience witnesses. This show is dedicated to Mia Melyssa Anderson, who passed away in November of 2020. Theatre is not only about telling new stories, but breathing new life into the traditions we have all grown to know and love. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.