Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe Unveils New Season – ‘Illustrious Lives’

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Bryan, TX

The Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe is all set to light up the stage with its exciting new 2024-25 season, ‘Illustrious Lives’. The new season brings a combination of history, humour, drama, and illustrious characters to the Blinn-Bryan Student Center.

The Season Line-up

Launching the season in the month of October is Chiara Atik’s “Poor Clare,” providing a modern perspective on the life of St. Clare of Assisi. From her journey from privilege to piety, the play brings the character to life. The play will run from October 17 to 19, with a matinee performance on October 20.

Another significant highlight of the season is Lauren Gunderson’s “The Half-Life of Marie Curie”. This scintillating drama follows the life of the legendary Nobel Prize-winning chemist Marie Curie. The play unfolds her professional and personal life, offering an insightful look at her achievements and struggles. The play will take center stage from February 27 to March 1, with a matinee performance on March 2.

Adding a dash of humor to the season is the troupe’s second-ever musical act – “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” in January. Derived from the iconic comic strip characters, the play promises light-hearted fun for audiences of all ages. The performances will run from January 30 to February 1, with a matinee performance on February 2.

Curtain Call

The season will wrap up with “The Laramie Project,” a moving documentary play about the aftermath of Matthew Shepard’s murder in 1998. The play provides an investigation into the tragic incident and its reverberations through the community. The play will be on the stage from April 10 to 12, with a matinee performance on April 13.

Get Involved!

Auditions for “Poor Clare” and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” will be conducted on the first day of Blinn’s fall semester. Positions for cast and crew are open not just to students, but to the community as well.

For the Audience

All the plays in this new season of ‘Illustrious Lives’ promise to captivate the audience with compelling narratives and stellar performances. Tickets for all shows will be available at blinn.edu/boxoffice. Please note that all plays and dates are subject to change. Do not miss out on this lineup of extraordinary stories that bring to life the illustrious lives of remarkable characters. Book your tickets now and gear up for a season of unforgettable performances!