AimeeBeth Davis, director of CCT’s “Fun Home” discussed some of the emotional and technical challenges with presenting the recursive, non-linear literary work as a live theater event. “It’s not the graphic novel brought to life,” she says. “It’s [Bechdel] reliving her memories.” Continue reading ‘Fun Home’ explores the process of turning grief into art
Director and CCT board member AimeeBeth Davis has taken on the challenge of wrangling her 33-person cast, whose ages range from six to 60, to tell a story that is both funny and heartwarming. Continue reading CCT brings ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!’ to Capitol Theatre
On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Council for the Arts hosted a fundraising gala in honor of their 35th anniversary. The event raised more than $33,000 that will be used to cover overhead costs allowing them to continue offering classes, exhibits, and other programming for community members of all ages. Continue reading Gala raises more than $33,000 for arts organization
CCT’s music director Mat Levine discusses the intricacies of conducting the pit band for a musical that is equal parts “rock” and “opera.” CCT’s production of “Rent” opens this Friday. Continue reading ‘Loud, fun and pretty’: Music director Mat Levine knows the score for CCT’s ‘Rent’
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