University of Wisconsin Superior - Gitche Gumee Yearbook (Superior, WI)

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 Lysistrata” Is Presented As A Readers’ Theatre Production During Fine Arts Week The University Theatre presented the Greek comedy “Lysistrata” as a Reader's Theatre Production under the direction of John Fortier and assistants David Rcinstcin and Carol Lisdahl. The comedy by Aristophanes was presented in the round with the audience seated on both sides, and the cast wore modern dress. The play was read not acted, but character action was part of the interpretation. Members of the cast included Susan Oaks, Sue Williams, Linda Savage, Julie Demgen, Carol Freeberg, and Ann Vavcr. if £ Practicing a scene involving the townswomen of Athens arc director. John Fortier. Susan Oaks. Sue Williams 1 inda Savage. Julie Demgen. Carol Freeberg and Ann Vavcr. 24

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The village band comes out to greet Congressman Bummcl (Don Salzburg) and his wife (Ann Vavcr). Captain Hudson drinks with his crew just before they meet Rip on the mountain. Captain Hudson is played by Steve Erickson. V Rip Van Winkle, famous for his great stories, amuses the village children with his story of Captain Hudson

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Carol Frccberg who played Klconeky discusses with Ann Vavcr. who played Lysistrata. the plight of the Trojan war. Kleoncky and the townswomen listen as Lysistrata explains the situation. Sue Williams (second woman) rehearses her lines where she tries to get out of the temple. Director John Fortier prompts Sue with her part. 25