There are usually two productions each semester — drawing from genres such as classical and contemporary dramas, new works, issue-orientated plays, and comedies. Students will experience a wide variety of styles, genres, and themes during their time at Concordia.
Directed by David Wintersteen
A charming devil arrives in a quiet village to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth should be his easiest target, having been labeled a witch and cast out by the town, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince her — and then returns again — unexpected passions flare, alliances are formed, and the village is forever changed. This sharp, subversive fable debates how much our souls are worth when hope is hard to come by.
Directed by Leslie Stevens
The first of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s many Broadway collaborations, “Oklahoma!” changed forever the way song and dance was integrated into musical theatre storytelling. The story takes us to the beautiful landscape of “Indian Territory,” when statehood was still a rumor. Farm folk, ranchers, cowboys, and a peddler sing, dance, fight, and romance toward their dreams in this new yet ancient land. “Oklahoma!” wrangles with human frailties, jealousies, and choosing sides to create community out of difference in a land of extraordinary possibility.
Directed by Robin Griffeath
This adaptation of the classic tale is a fun-filled one-act opera that is loaded with laughs. With modern twists on familiar characters, this retelling is a delight for audiences of all ages. New orchestrations will mark the work’s Minnesota premiere.
Directed by Christian Boy
Based on Ken Ludwig’s Tony Award-winning “Lend Me A Tenor,” this madcap screwball comedy features ladies in the leading roles and is guaranteed to leave audiences teary-eyed with laughter. To save the Cleveland Grand Opera Company the clever and combustible producer Lucille Wiley has brought world-class Italian diva Elena Firenzi for a one-night-only performance of Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley’s mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day.