Opera/Musical Theatre
Opera and Musical Theate have a long tradition at Fort Hays State University.
Opera
Under the direction of Dr. Joseph Perniciaro, The FHSU Opera Theatre presents one full main stage opera production each year. These productions are fully staged, costumed, accompanied by orchestra, and on special occasions involve collaborations with members of the Hays community. The FHSU Opera Workshop trains students in all aspects of operatic performance techniques, including acting and movement. FHSU students develop the skills to be successful stage performers, and to take those skills into their careers whether they are in performance or education.
Past productions have included Hansel and Gretel, The Wandering Scholar, Bastien and Bastienne, L'Orfeo, Trouble in Tahiti, The Little Match Girl (by 2008-09 FHSU Composer-in-Residence Richard Faith), A Hand of Bridge, Tickets, Please!,The Medium, The Impresario, Dido and Aeneas, L'enfant et les Sortileges (The Bewitched Child), The Pirates of Penzance , and The Magic Flute.
Musical Theatre
The Musical Theatre program at FHSU is designed to provide promising young performers with hands-on experience in voice and acting. A fully staged musical is produced every fall semester, with auditions open to majors and non-majors. Faculty collaborate together with the student cast to produce a show that is one of the most popular events open to the public in Hays and surrounding communities. Directed by Ms. Tomme Williams, with technical direction provided by Prof. Debra Holmes.
Past productions have included Mamma Mia!, Showboat, Company, Into the Woods, Caberet, Oklahoma, Crazy for You, and many more.
Ticket Information
Reserve tickets online at https://webapps.fhsu.edu/theatreonlinereservations/
How to Reach Us
Department of Music and Theatre
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Malloy Hall 137
Office Phone: 785-628-4533
Box Office: 785-628-4225
Email: musictheatre@fhsu.edu
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