2008 May Day musical
May 1, 2 and 3, 2008
Singin’ in the Rain
Bluffton University will present its 2008 May Day Musical, Singin’ in the Rain, May 1, 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. in Founders Hall. Singin’ in the Rain is a musical comedy based on the 1952 MGM film written by Betty Comden and Adolph Green with songs by Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed about the transition from silent films to “talkies” in the late 1920s. This family-friendly production features high-energy dancing, familiar songs, a comic plot and the classic “Singin’ in the Rain” number.
Singin’ in the Rain is directed by Melissa Friesen, assistant professor of theatre and communication, and music director/conductor David Sawatzky, assistant professor of music. Choreography is by Jennifer Bates of Findlay, with set and costume design by Paula Unrau, adjunct instructor of theatre.
Tickets are $10 for reserved seats and $5 for bleacher seating. Contact the box office at boxoffice@bluffton.edu or 419-358-3239 to reserve your seat.
Past Productions
The Importance of Being Earnest (November 2007)
Little Shop of Horrors (May 2007)
Children of Eden - Musical (May 2006)
The Art of Dining - Play (November 2005)
She Loves Me - Musical (May 2005)
The Miracle Worker - (February 2005)
Exercise the thespian within by being a part of the annual fall theatrical performance or the spring May Day musical. Auditions are open to all students, regardless of major or class year, and there is always need for people to help behind the scenes
