1987 Theatre Archive
- February 7-8, 1987
- Adapted from E.B White's story by Joseph Robinette
- Directed by Ralph Salgado
- (Studio Theatre)
A lively joyous exploration of the harmonies of life.
- March 6-8, 13-15 1987
- Book and lyrics by Dough Johnson
- Music by John Aschenbrenner
- Directed by Ric Prindle
- (Univ. Theatre)
"Dracula: A Musical Nightmare" draws its life's blood, so to speak, from two sources in 19th century stage tradition: melodrama and British "music hall" entertainments.
- March 13-14, 1987
- (Dance Studio/Physical Education Bldg.)
Six Bay Area Colleges show their stuff.
- April 24-25 1987
- (Univ. Theatre)
Student performances with student, faculty and guest choreographers.
- May 8-9, 15-17, 1987
- By William Mastrosimone
- Guest Director
- (Studio Theatre)
"A white knuckle psychological thriller" (USA Today). A young woman overpowers her rapist and exacts her revenge.
- May 22-23, 29-30, 1987
- By William Shakespeare
- Directed by Edgardo de la Cruz
- (Univ. Theatre)
A lyrical and sympathetic treatment of these teenage, star-crossed lovers.
- May 22, 1987
- (Dance Studio/Physical Education Bldg.)
The name of the piece is "Men Dancing".
- June 4-7, 1987
- By Various Playwrights
- (Studio Theatre)
The annual showcase is produced and directed by advanced directing students.
- July 24-25, 30-31 August 1-2, 1987
- By Carlo Goldoni
- Directed by Edgardo de la Cruz
- (Univ. Theatre)
This particular script is midpoint between pure improvised commedia and the new written commedia.
- August 6-9, 1987
- By Alison Ragland
- Directed by Valerie Ragland
A world premiere. The play explores the lives and minds of teenagers as they make the transition to adulthood. It takes an emotional look at suicide, love, dreams and peer pressure.
- August 14-15, 20-23, 1987
- By Roger O. Hirson
- Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
- Directed by Edgardo de la Cruz
- (Univ. Theatre)
- October 30, 31, November 6-8, 1987
- By Friedrich Durrenmatt
- Directed by Edgardo de la Cruz
A devastating horror story about hypocrisy, revenge and murder.
- November 19-21, 27-28, 1987
- By Euripides
- Directed by Ric Prindle
- (Univ. Theatre)
A thrilling story of ecstasy and violence, erotic frenzy and destruction --- a classic of western civilization. This show was invited to the ACTF Festival show for not only the regional competition but also to D.C.
- November 22-24, 1987
- (An original musical)
- By Alison Ragland
- Music by Brian Beacock
- (Studio Theatre)
The original musical, "Hermione" by Cal State Hayward alums Alison Ragland and Brian Beacock is a bright 50's musical, set in ancient Greece.