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2012亚洲色吧�2013 Season

Helen | Sweeney Todd | bobrauschenbergamerica | Stage Door

Helen

by Ellen McLaughlin
Directed by Daina Robins
October 5亚洲色吧�6 & 10亚洲色吧�13, 2012

  • Two actors perform a scene on stage. One, dressed in a bathrobe and slippers with elf-like ears, sits on a bench. The other, dressed in a dark robe, stands in front of a door. The set is decorated with paintings, columns, and a potted plant.
  • Stage set for a play directed by Daina Robins and written by Ellen McLaughlin, October 5亚洲色吧�6 & 10亚洲色吧�13, 2012. The scene depicts a bedroom with a bed, nightstands with lamps, a vanity with a mirror and stool, a folding screen with a blue robe hanging on it, a framed picture of a woman, and various props such as plants, a vase, and pillows.
  • A scene from the play "by Ellen McLaughlin Directed by Daina Robins" performed at Hope College in October 2012, features a man in military uniform kneeling beside a bed and holding hands with a woman lying on the bed in a teal dress. The setting includes a bedside table with a lamp and a backdrop depicting a pyramid.
  • A man in a military uniform is holding the shoulders of a woman in a blue dress, who appears distressed. They are on a stage set with a desert backdrop and indoor furnishings.
  • Two women perform a scene on stage. One woman in a turquoise dress sits on the edge of a bed, while the other, dressed in a maid's uniform, kneels beside her, holding her hand. The room is decorated with a nightstand, lamp, and a framed portrait on the wall.
  • Two actresses perform a scene in a dimly lit bedroom set. One actress stands with a concerned expression, wearing a long dark blue robe. The other sits on the edge of a bed, dressed in a white robe, with ears resembling those of a faun. The room has warm lighting and framed pictures on the walls.
  • An actress dressed in ancient Egyptian attire sits on a bed with a dramatic expression, surrounded by props, including lamps and a phone, on a stage set depicting an Egyptian theme.
  • A performer dressed in ancient Greek armor, including a helmet and holding a spear, stands in an arched doorway on stage. The costume includes a gold and purple tunic with intricate patterns. The scene is from the play directed by Daina Robins, performed on October 5亚洲色吧�6 and 10亚洲色吧�13, 2012.
  • A woman with long hair sits on a bed in a dimly lit bedroom set, wearing a dark robe. She looks contemplative, holding a small object, possibly a remote. The bed is made with brown sheets, and there are nightstands with lamps on either side. The room has a screen divider, shoes on the floor, and a portrait on the wall.
Sweeney Todd

by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Curt Tofteland
November 9亚洲色吧�10 & 14亚洲色吧�17, 2012

  • A theatrical scene from "Sweeney Todd" shows a man in a striped shirt and black pants holding a razor and raising his arms dramatically. A woman in period costume stands on a platform in the background.
  • A theatrical scene from "Sweeney Todd" shows an actress in a long, white Victorian dress standing on an elevated platform, leaning out of a window with blue shutters. She holds a birdcage extended by a pole from an actor standing below on the stage. The background is dimly lit, with a staircase leading up to the platform and a single hanging lamp above the actress.
  • Three actors perform a scene from "Sweeney Todd" on a dimly lit stage. One actor, dressed in a long dark coat and top hat, points a sword at another actor, who is dressed in dark clothing and holds a small birdcage. A third actor, dressed in a white gown, stands in the background at the top of a wooden staircase. The set includes a weathered door and broken wall panels.
  • Eight actors stand in a line on stage in costume during a performance of "Sweeney Todd" by Stephen Sondheim, directed by Curt Tofteland at Hope College in November 2012. The stage is dimly lit, and the set includes a vintage couch and dark, industrial elements.
  • A group of actors stand on stage in costume during a performance of "Sweeney Todd" by Stephen Sondheim, directed by Curt Tofteland, at Hope College. The central figure, dressed as Sweeney Todd, wears a blood-stained apron, and is flanked by other cast members in period costumes. The lighting is dark and dramatic, emphasizing the somber and eerie mood of the scene.
  • A man and a woman in colorful period costumes sit on a vintage chair on stage. The man, with sideburns and a serious expression, holds a pipe to his mouth. The woman, smiling and joyful, wears a vibrant, patterned dress and leans against the man. They are part of a theatrical production with a dark, industrial set in the background.
  • A group of six actors in period costumes stands in a line on stage, performing in a production of "Sweeney Todd" directed by Curt Tofteland at Hope College. The set behind them is dark and atmospheric, with draped fabric and a streetlamp.
  • A group of six actors stand in a line on stage, dressed in worn, period costumes reflecting a gritty, Victorian-era aesthetic. The characters appear solemn and downtrodden, in keeping with the dark themes of "Sweeney Todd."
  • A young woman with disheveled hair and a distressed expression stands in a dimly lit setting, wearing a tattered and dirty Victorian-era dress, holding a ragged doll close to her chest.
bobrauschenbergamerica

by Charles Mee
Directed and Choreographed by Donnie Mather
February 15亚洲色吧�16 & 20亚洲色吧�23, 2013

  • A dimly lit stage set with a large, colorful, abstract painted canvas draped over a wooden structure. The stage is mostly dark with spotlights illuminating the set.
  • An actor stands on a dimly lit stage wearing a patterned dress and apron, with a vintage family photograph projected on a screen to the right.
  • A group of actors in costume pose dramatically on stage, with one actor in a light blue suit kneeling beside another actor lying on the floor, dressed in a red shirt and glasses. In the background, several other actors stand closely together, with a U.S. flag partially visible. The scene is dimly lit, emphasizing the characters' expressions and posture.
  • A scene from the play "BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA" by Charles Mee, directed and choreographed by Donnie Mather, performed on stage in February 2013. The set includes a small house structure with a green door and several actors in various poses, some sitting and others standing, with a colorful draped backdrop.
  • Two actors perform a scene on stage. One actor, wearing a beanie and olive-green jacket, sits on the floor holding a folded American flag. The other actor, dressed in a light blue suit and red bow tie, kneels beside him, also holding the flag. The stage background is dark with draped fabric.
  • Actors performing a scene from "BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA" by Charles Mee, directed and choreographed by Donnie Mather, on stage with various props including a wooden frame structure, a red umbrella, an American flag, and a red wagon, February 15亚洲色吧�16 & 20亚洲色吧�23, 2013.
  • A man in a red shirt sits on the floor looking up at a woman in a red, white, and blue outfit who is sitting on the hood of a car. An American flag stands behind the car. The background is a dark, draped curtain.
  • A woman in a retro outfit sits on a red surface, possibly the hood of a car, against a black background. She is wearing a white cardigan, red skirt, patterned headband, and beige heels. Next to her is a checkerboard game set.
  • A person dressed in a full-body chicken costume with a large yellow body, red and yellow head, and orange feet stands against a black background. The costume has feather details around the shoulders and red fabric accents at the bottom.
  • A theatrical scene from "BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA" showing five actors on stage. One actor stands inside a wooden frame structure on the left, holding a bowl and smiling. Four actors sit and stand in a relaxed, playful pose on the right, with a colorful abstract backdrop behind them.
  • A stage scene from the play "BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA" by Charles Mee, directed and choreographed by Donnie Mather, performed at Hope College in February 2013. The set includes a partially constructed wooden house frame, and there are actors engaged in various activities, including a woman sitting on a red platform and a man seated nearby, with a colorful backdrop and an American flag in the background.
  • A theatrical performance of "BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA" by Charles Mee, directed and choreographed by Donnie Mather, featuring actors on stage with colorful lighting. The scene includes a group of performers in various poses, with a partial set of a house frame and a car visible in the background. The event took place on February 15亚洲色吧�16 & 20亚洲色吧�23, 2013.
Stage Door

By Edna Ferber and George Kaufman
Directed by John Tammi
April 12亚洲色吧�13 & 17亚洲色吧�20, 2013

  • The set of the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi, performed at Hope College in April 2013. The stage features a living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. A portrait hangs above the fireplace, and there is a staircase with a stained-glass window in the background. The set is decorated with various furnishings and lighting fixtures, creating a cozy and detailed scene.
  • Three actors performing a scene from "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi. Two women are seated on a vintage couch, one in a light-colored dress and the other in a dark outfit with a beige coat. A third woman stands behind them in a light green robe. The set includes a staircase, a portrait, and antique furniture, evoking an early 20th-century parlor.
  • A stage scene from the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi, performed at Hope College in April 2013. The image shows eight women in period costumes engaged in conversation in a living room set with a couch, a coffee table, and a rug. A stained glass window and a portrait are visible in the background.
  • Two actors on stage in period costumes perform a scene from "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi. One actor wears a gray cloak and hat, holding a purse, while the other actor gestures with open arms, dressed in a patterned floral dress. The set includes a piano and a bowl of fruit.
  • Two actresses in a stage scene from "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi. One actress, dressed in a red outfit, stands at the bottom of a staircase holding a magazine. The other actress, dressed in a peach dress, is lounging on a floral couch and smiling. The set includes a stained-glass window, a fireplace with candlesticks and framed pictures, and a wooden coffee table with magazines. The production took place April 12亚洲色吧�13 & 17亚洲色吧�20, 2013.
  • Two women in period costume are on stage. One is seated at a piano, playing, while the other stands beside her, looking at the sheet music. The stage is set with a lit candelabra and a bowl of fruit on the piano. The background features a patterned purple wallpaper.
  • Three actors perform a dramatic scene on stage. One actor in a pinstripe suit stands to the left, another actor in a red dress stands in the middle, and a third actor in a cream-colored suit stands to the right. The set includes a stained glass window and vintage furniture, creating a mid-20th-century atmosphere. The scene is from the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi, performed at Hope College in April 2013.
  • Two actors perform a scene from the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi, staged at Hope College in April 2013. The actor on the left, holding a script, is dressed in a dark coat and white shirt, while the actor on the right, gesturing with his hand, wears a dark suit and red tie. They are in a room with a purple patterned wall, a large framed portrait of a woman above a fireplace, and vintage furnishings.
  • Two actors perform a scene on stage from the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi. The setting features a vintage living room with patterned wallpaper, antique furniture, and a portrait hanging above the fireplace. The woman, dressed in a pink floral dress, sits on a wooden coffee table, while the man, wearing a beige suit with a red tie, sits on a light blue armchair.
  • A woman in an elaborate, patterned gown and headpiece stands on stage with her arms raised slightly. A man in the background is partially visible, dressed in dark clothing with a thoughtful expression. The stage set includes period furniture and a richly decorated rug.
  • A group of six women in vintage costumes are on stage in a living room setting, with a stained glass window and portrait in the background. Two women are seated on a floral sofa with another standing behind them, while three others are positioned around a coffee table and armchair.
  • A group of women in colorful vintage nightgowns gather closely together, intently reading a Life magazine. The scene is from the play "Stage Door" by Edna Ferber and George Kaufman, directed by John Tammi, performed at Hope College in April 2013.

 

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