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1987 Theatre Archive

  • Charlotte's Web

    • 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.

  • Dracula - A Musical Nightmare

    • 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.

  • College Dance Showcase

    • March 13-14, 1987
    • (Dance Studio/Physical Education Bldg.)

    Six Bay Area Colleges show their stuff.

  • Spring Dance Concert

    • 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.

  • Highlands Summer Theatre 1987: The Servant of Two Masters

    • 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.

  • Highlands Summer Theatre 1987: Yes, and ...

    • 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.

  • Highlands Summer Theatre 1987: Pippin

    • August 14-15, 20-23, 1987
    • By Roger O. Hirson
    • Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
    • Directed by Edgardo de la Cruz
    • (Univ. Theatre)

  • The Visit

    • 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.

  • The Bacchae

    • 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.