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MATC
Performing Arts Presents Children of Eden
The old testament
is the inspiration for Madison Area Technical College Performing Arts’
spring musical, “Children of Eden.” Performances will be at
8 p.m. on March 7, 8, 14 and 15 and at 2 p.m. on March 9 and 16 in the
Mitby Theater on the MATC Truax Campus, 3550 Anderson Street.
With music and
lyrics by Academy Awarding-composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book
by John Caird, “Children of Eden,” is an inspirational tale
of parents, children and faith—not to mention centuries of unresolved
family business! The musical offers a heartfelt and often humorous take
on the age-old conflicts between parents and children. Adam, Eve, Noah
and the Father who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic
actions of their respective children. The melodic, energetic score is
a mix of pop, folk, rock, reggae, gospel, Broadway and powerful choral
moments.
“Children
of Eden” was written by Schwartz, best known for his work on the
animated features "Pocahontas," "The Hunchback of Notre
Dame" and "The Prince of Egypt," as well as musicals "Godspell"
and "Pippin." Caird is perhaps best known for his direction
and adaptation for stage of “Les Miserables.”
Tickets for “Children
of Eden,” may be purchased by calling the Mitby Theater Box Office
at (608) 243-4000. The hours are Monday through Friday, 10:30am to 4:30pm.
MATC is one of
the largest of the Wisconsin Technical College System’s 16 colleges
and serves approximately 50,000 individuals annually. It provides a comprehensive
curriculum of technical, liberal arts and science, adult basic education
and life enrichment studies and activities, as well as customized employee
training. MATC provides training in more than 100 career programs. It
awards associate degrees, vocational diplomas and certificates, and offers
non-degree courses. The college serves all or parts of 12 counties located
in south-central Wisconsin and offers instruction through five campuses
and various other locations throughout the district.
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March 7, 2003
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