Anyone who has witnessed a production by the performers of William Jewell College knows the outstanding talent that these artists possess. This week, the Jewell Theatre Company presents “9 to 5: The Musical.” This thrilling musical is based on a book written by Patricia Resnick and showcases lyrics and music…
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Artist Feature: Emma Mayfield
Emma Mayfield’s journey as an artist began as early as sixth grade, when she participated in a small private school theater production. She has been involved in theater ever since and is now a junior at William Jewell College with over 15 productions and many theater classes under her belt.…
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Jewell Theatre Company adapts to COVID-19 with filmed version of “1984”
Among the traditions at William Jewell College that were most affected by COVID-19, the annual theatrical productions put on by Jewell Theatre Company (JTC) were among the hardest hit. JTC typically has a few productions during the academic year, with a play or musical in the fall, a holiday production…
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Review: “The House of Blue Leaves”
From Nov. 1-3, the William Jewell College Theater Company showcased “The House of Blue Leaves” by John Guare, an unsettling exploration of the ‘60s American culture. The play was shown at Garnett Peters Theater at William Jewell College and was directed by Dr. Chris McCoy, stage director of Jewell Theatre…
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Jewell Theatre Company’s “Radium Girls”
Based on the circumstances of the lawsuit by female watch-painters employed by the United States Radium Corporation against their employers in the 1920-1930s, the emotionally-gripping tragedy of “Radium Girls” was something of a return to form for Jewell Theatre Company (JTC), following the first semester’s pallid performance of “Much Ado…
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Artist feature: Terrace Wyatt
The Hilltop Monitor sat down with Terrace Wyatt Jr., junior theater major, as he spoke about his passion for theater, his dedication to the Jewell Theatre Company productions and his future. Wyatt has had a passion for theater since a young age. He mentioned that he has always enjoyed singing…
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“Ordinary Days” is beautifully ordinary
“Ordinary Days,” a 2010 musical by Adam Gwon, opened at the Peters Theater Sept. 7 and 8. The musical follows four New Yorkers as they face trials and feelings associated with insignificance. Kyra Little, senior theater major, directed the show as her Senior Capstone. The Capstone is the culminating project…
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Theatre company presents 24-hour theatre festival
The William Jewell College Beta Pi Cast of Alpha Psi Omega held a 24-Hour Theatre Festival starting April 20 at 8 PM. The students had 24 hours to write, direct, stage and produce three one-act plays. The plays were showcased April 21 at 8 p.m. in Peters Theater. Assistant professor…
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Lynn McCutchen’s senior show, “Private Lives,” was an illustrious success
Lynn McCutchen, senior theatre performance major, has put on one of the best shows I have seen from the Jewell Theatre Company, which should come as no surprise. Having known McCutchen personally for several years now, I can say with certainty that she has some of the most comprehensive knowledge…
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