Marshall's Next Season

Marshall University's Department of Theatre has announced its upcoming schedule for the 2007 - 2008 season, and it looks like a good one. Here are the four shows they're presenting:

"Little Shop of Horrors" - Oct. 3 - 6, 2007
It's great to see MU tackling musicals, and this one is a lot of fun - I can't wait!

"The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940" - Nov. 14 - 17, 2007
This one I've never heard of, so let's ask the Internet to tell us more:

<< An ingenious and wildly comic romp which enjoyed a long and critically hailed run both on and Off-Broadway. Poking antic fun at the more ridiculous aspects of "show biz" and the corny thrillers of Hollywood's heyday, the play is a non-stop barrage of laughter as those assembled (or at least those who aren't killed off) untangle the mystery of the "Stage Door Slasher."

"...Bishop gives us a nakedly silly and relentlessly convoluted murder-mystery plot, with twist piled on twist till you have to give way and start laughing at the silliness...it's hugely enjoyable." --Village Voice.

Note: This is not a musical, but a comedic murder mystery. >>

Sounds good!

"The Seagull" - Feb. 20 - 23, 2008
Ah, Chekov - some serious dramatic territory here. Once again, let's get some info from our friend the Internet:

<< "The Seagull" questions the sensibilities and examines the trivialities of art, family relations and even life itself - with surprising results. Contrary to popular belief, "The Seagull" is full of action. Not a moment passes without conflict in this masterpiece.>>

"The Merry Wives of Windsor" - April 23 - 26, 2008
By our pal William Shakespeare, of course.

An excellent lineup, and one that will entertain and enlighten theatre-goers. Order those season tickets now!