THE FOREIGNER
By Larry Shue
Masquer Theatre | September 30-October 4, 7-11, 2008

All the locals at a rural Georgia fishing lodge think Charlie, a pathologically shy visitor, speaks no English. Before long, everyone begins spilling secrets within earshot of the "foreigner," making him an unwilling witness to confessions, revelations, and devious plots. Shue's Obie Award-winning comic romp offers nonstop hilarity!

COYOTE ON A FENCE
By Bruce Graham
Masquer Theatre | October 28-November 1, 4-8, 2008

Can it be wrong to kill a predator? Two death-row prisoners connect in this disturbing drama about the nature of innocence, guilt, repentence, and mercy. Likeable young Bobby Reyburn has committed a horrific racist crime, while arrogant John Brennan, a chess-playing writer, may have merely done society a favor. This compelling play explores one of the most hotly debated issues in American society.

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
By William Shakespeare
Montana Theatre | December 2-6, 2008
Saturday Matinee | 2:00 PM | December 6

Beautiful young Anne Page, soon to inherit a fortune, is pursued by suitors who seek to control her money. Will she marry Dr. Caius, a hot-tempered physician, or Abraham Slender, an ineffectual bumbler? The disreputable and conceited Sir John Falstaff also has designs on Anne, but the entire community—including the married women to whom he has made unwelcome advances—plots his comeuppance. Who will win Anne's hand with true love?

MONTANA REPERTORY THEATRE PRESENTS:
Harper Lee's
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
By Christopher Sergel
Montana Theatre | January 27-31, February 7, 2009
Saturday Matinee | 2:00 PM | January 31

This stage adaptation of Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel continues to compel and delight audiences with its warmth, wit, and wisdom. Lee's quintessential American story demonstrates that issues of the 1930s American South—prejudice, racism, and intolerance—are issues of all time. Witness this classic tale unfold and its colorful characters develop in Montana Rep's spellbinding production. Visit the Rep's site at: www.montanarep.org

BURIED CHILD
By Sam Shepard
Masquer Theatre | February 24-28, March 3-7, 2009

Young musician Vince returns to the family farm, accompanied by his girlfriend, Shelley. She is first charmed by the rural setting, then horrified by the madness she encounters. Vince's alcoholic grandparents and barely functioning uncles inhabit a nightmare world of suppressed violence and are bound by a dark family secret. Shepard's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama investigates themes of identity, guilt, and estrangement.

GUYS AND DOLLS
Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling, Abe Burrows, and Damon Runyon
Montana Theatre | March 17-21, 24-28, 2009
Saturday Matinees | 2:00 PM | March 21 and 28

Can high-roller Sky Masterson persuade straitlaced street missionary Sarah Brown to go on a date? On a bet with fellow gambler Nathan Detroit, Sky presents himself as a repentent sinner, then romances Sarah in Havana—while Nathan uses her Save-a-Soul Mission as the site of his floating crap game. Will Sky and Sarah's newfound love survive? Don't miss such hits as "Luck Be a Lady" and "Take Back Your Mink."

MEDEA
By Euripides
Masquer Theatre | April 28-May 2, 5-9, 2009

Passion and betrayal set the stage for Medea's revenge against her estranged husband, Jason, and the royal family into which he intends to marry. Euripides' perceptive portrayal of Medea, a strong but fatally flawed character, reveals both her personal motivation and the overall oppression of women in Greek society. Driven by rage, Medea contemplates acts that will bring her grief as well as satisfaction.

DANCE CONCERT
Montana Theatre | May 6-9, 2009

This annual presentation, selected from the Dance program's prolific yearly output by students, faculty, and guest artists, features innovative choreography, intricate lighting, imaginative costuming, and intriguing dancers.

Learn more about UM Theatre & Dance by visiting our home page at
The University of Montana School of Fine Arts website.

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