by Neil LaBute

 

No American playwright has written more compellingly about the subtle ways in which people inflict pain on each other than Neil LaBute. His films, In the Company of Men and Your Friends and Neighbors, both gained critical renown for their biting satire and caustic wit. The Distance from Here (2002) is another take on the harsh underbelly of human nature. In this intense look at the dark side of American suburbia - a suburban wasteland of white trash in the Northwest that follows the mundane, incestuous, murderous life of an emotionally impoverished family - Mr. LaBute has written one of his most riveting plays.

 

Says Director Walt Jones, "Between the 'ums' and 'whatevers', LaBute creates an America we fear is out there, perhaps even glimpse from time to time, but quickly put out of our minds. The Distance from Here shows those of us living in Fort Collins in 2008 that this America is not as far away as we think."

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Matt Block, Colorado State University senior, takes on the role of the lead character. Says Block, "[Darrell] is much more insecure about life than I, and also he treats people far worse than I ever would...I look forward to exploring the differences in Darrell's character and think that it will be enjoyable to play a character that is unfiltered, untamed, and unapologetic." READ MORE ABOUT MATT BLOCK (PDF)

Where & When
University Theatre, University Center for the Arts, 1400 Remington St.

$16, $14/Seniors, $7/CSU Students

 

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Special Thanks to Our Green Sponsor
Best Western University Inn
Official Hotel Sponsor of the 08-09 Season

 

 

 

 The winner of last week's Trivia Contest was Kenny W who correctly answered that Pianist Andreas Klein is also a recording engineer. Kenny won a Paninos gift certificate and a pair of tickets to see the University Symphony Orchestra with Pianist Andreas Klein.

Sept 24: Theatre, The Distance From Here by Neil LaBute

Sept 25: Theatre, The Distance From Here by Neil LaBute

Sept 26: Theatre, The Distance From Here by Neil LaBute

Sept 27: Theatre, The Distance From Here by Neil LaBute

Sept 28: Theatre, The Distance From Here by Neil LaBute

Sept 29: Virtuoso Series Michelle Stanley, Flute

Oct 6: Virtuoso Series Margaret Miller, Viola

Oct 7: Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band Concert

Oct 8: Virtuoso Series Guest Artist Verderhr Trio

Oct 10: University Chorus & Women's Chorus Concert

Oct 13: Virtuoso Series Gary Moody, Oboe

Oct 14: Jazz Ensembles Concert

Oct 16: Grand Opening: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Open House

Oct 17: Chamber Orchestra/Choirs Haydn Celebration

Oct 17: Grand Opening of the University Dance Theatre with Special Guests Diavolo Dance Theatre

Oct 18: Grand Opening of the University Dance Theatre with Special Guests Diavolo Dance Theatre

 

Don't miss out on the Pick 6 Music Pass where you can get tickets to 6 concerts for the price of 5 - on sale only through October 24. Pass is for admission to 5 Ensemble/Virtuoso Series Concerts and 1 Guest Artist Performance for just $55. A $10 savings over buying individual tickets! Contact the Box Office at 970.491.TIXS or online at www.csutix.com .

 

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