Hair, directed by Tommy Novak, is a love-rock musical with book and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado and music by Galt MacDermot. Hair centers around Claude, the leader of a “tribe” of friends living in New York City during the height of hippie culture and sexual revolution in the 1960s. As each member of the tribe is introduced, the audience is taken on a journey of true conflict - each character grappling with a question of self. Love, politics, sex, and war surround them every day, and through celebration and protest, Claude must decide whether to resist the draft or fight in the Vietnam War.
Hair debuted on Broadway in April of 1968 and ran for a total of 1,750 performances. Though wildly different from anything that had appeared on Broadway before, the music became wildly popular - some songs even landing on the Top 10 Hits. The show was nominated for 2 Tonys, and won the Grammy for Best Score From an Original Cast Show Album. With its score, its daring subject matter, and its true heart - Hair is an experience not to be missed.
Nov. 19-20, 2022
‘Opera Workshop’
Showtimes:
Nov. 19 | 3:00 p.m.
Nov. 20 | 6:00 p.m.
Recital Hall
The Opera Workshop has a long tradition in Carthage’s Music Department, and students have collaborated with faculty directors such as Professor Greg Berg and Allison Hull, adjunct faculty of music, on a wide range of operatic repertoire, such as Gilbert and Sullivan’s comedic pieces, Mozart’s classic operettas, Franz Schubert’s art songs, and Offenbach’s soaring melodic works. In the past, the Opera Workshop has also debuted original pieces composed by faculty members, namely Prof. Berg. His full-length opera “Black September” debuted in 2016, and his one-act opera “Birds of a Feather: A Magic Flute Sequel” premiered in Jan. 2020 to honor the life and legacy of Ray Watson, a musical theatre student at Carthage who passed away in Dec. 2019. Most recently, the Opera Workshop premiered Prof. Berg’s latest one-act opera “Woman and Children: a Story of Titanic Survivors” in Nov. 2021.
Prof. Berg teaches private voice, oversees Carthage’s Opera Workshop, accompanies the Carthage Choir, and teaches Opera History and Vocal Diction and Literature. Prof. Berg was also the music director for Carthage productions of “The Magic Flute,” “The Elixir of Love,” “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Gianni Schicchi,” “Suor Angelica,” “Il Tabarro,” “Pomme d’Api,” “The Beggar’s Opera,” and scenes from “The Pirates of Penzance.” Prof. Hull is a frequent and accomplished performer in opera, concert, and recital, known for her versatility as singer, actor, and teacher alike. Prof. Hull’s notable stage work includes: the title role in “Ravel’s L’enfant” at Milwaukee Opera Theater; “Cherubino” and “Hilde Brun” with Fresco Opera, Lady Angela in the Skylight Opera Theater’s production of “Gilbert and Sullivan’s Patience,” and more.
Feb. 2-4, 2023
‘Ordinary Days’
Showtimes: Feb. 2-4 | 7:30 p.m.
Studio Theatre
Ordinary Days tells the story of 4 simple people living in New York City: Deb, Warren, Claire and Jason. Each character struggles with familiar aspects of their lives: school, love, the meaning of life, and growing up included. Deb works her way through law school, Warren strives to find true inspiration in a city so wild, and Claire and Jason navigate the ups and downs of commitment in their relationship. Each one of them struggles to connect. The pieces of this story however, fit together in ways we never could imagine. Ordinary Days addresses the ever-familiar question: “When on earth will all of this start to add up?” By the end of this story, each audience member will be reminded of the ordinary moments in life, and how every day can lead us closer to who we truly are.
April 28-29-May 4-6, 2023
‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’
By Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin and book by Heather Hach Directed by Matthew Hougland
Showtimes: April 28-29 - May 4-6 | 7:30 p.m. April 30 | 3 p.m.
Elle Woods is the epitome of “It Girl”. UCLA Delta Nu President, fashion phenom, and a natural blonde, she has it all! Well, everything except a ring on her finger from her perfect boyfriend and future senator, Warner Huntington III. Elle and every one of her sorority sisters is absolutely positive that these two are meant to be. Her life takes a turn for the worse, however, when instead of getting down on one knee he dumps her… IN PUBLIC! Even after the humiliation of a lifetime, Elle Woods does not back down from a fight. Vowing to win back her man, she follows him to Harvard Law School - ready to wow him with her smarts. Instead, he shocks her with an engagement to another woman; a law student, and a brunette! Elle fights her way through Harvard, and on her journey she learns more than she thought possible about love, personal strength, and the world around her. Legally Blonde reminds audiences to open their minds to a life outside of their reach, and that every one of us is more than just a pretty face.
Legally Blonde originally premiered on Broadway in 2007, and won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical. Filled to the brim with energetic songs, full group dance numbers, and characters sure to inspire, this show is sure to please. Prepare to laugh, cry, and sing along to Legally Blonde!
April. 29-30, 2023
‘Opera Workshop’
Showtimes:
April. 29 | 3:00 p.m.
April. 30 | 6:00 p.m.
Recital Hall
The Opera Workshop has a long tradition in Carthage’s Music Department, and students have collaborated with faculty directors such as Professor Greg Berg and Allison Hull, adjunct faculty of music, on a wide range of operatic repertoire, such as Gilbert and Sullivan’s comedic pieces, Mozart’s classic operettas, Franz Schubert’s art songs, and Offenbach’s soaring melodic works. In the past, the Opera Workshop has also debuted original pieces composed by faculty members, namely Prof. Berg. His full-length opera “Black September” debuted in 2016, and his one-act opera “Birds of a Feather: A Magic Flute Sequel” premiered in Jan. 2020 to honor the life and legacy of Ray Watson, a musical theatre student at Carthage who passed away in Dec. 2019. Most recently, the Opera Workshop premiered Prof. Berg’s latest one-act opera “Woman and Children: a Story of Titanic Survivors” in Nov. 2021.
Prof. Berg teaches private voice, oversees Carthage’s Opera Workshop, accompanies the Carthage Choir, and teaches Opera History and Vocal Diction and Literature. Prof. Berg was also the music director for Carthage productions of “The Magic Flute,” “The Elixir of Love,” “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Gianni Schicchi,” “Suor Angelica,” “Il Tabarro,” “Pomme d’Api,” “The Beggar’s Opera,” and scenes from “The Pirates of Penzance.” Prof. Hull is a frequent and accomplished performer in opera, concert, and recital, known for her versatility as singer, actor, and teacher alike. Prof. Hull’s notable stage work includes: the title role in “Ravel’s L’enfant” at Milwaukee Opera Theater; “Cherubino” and “Hilde Brun” with Fresco Opera, Lady Angela in the Skylight Opera Theater’s production of “Gilbert and Sullivan’s Patience,” and more.
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