The Riverland Community College Theatre Department presents Jean Anouilh's "Antigone," at the Riverland Austin Campus Frank W. Bridges Theatre in the East Building. Performance dates are February 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 at 7:30 p.m. and February 15 at 2 p.m.
One of the most famous and popular stories in literary history, this version by Jean Anouilh transforms the setting from ancient Greece to modern times. The play's parallels to modern times are exciting and provocative. When confronted with extraordinary circumstances, what choices would we make? Right out of the evening news, "Antigone" at once challenges and entertains.
The production is recommended for ages 16 and over. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the Coffee House on Main or the Riverland Box Office. Box Office hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday during the two weeks prior to performances, (507) 433-0595.
Riverland's Theatre Department is a high-energy performance oriented program. Plays produced vary from classical tragedy to modern comedy and from full-scale large cast musicals to intimate small cast plays. Students are encouraged to get involved in all areas of theatre production, including, but not limited to, acting, stage managing, set building and painting. Strong academic offerings provide challenges in and out of the classroom.
Riverland Community College, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, is a regional comprehensive community college inspiring learning for living through a personalized educational environment. Approximately 4,000 students are served, annually, through a wide range of credit-based educational opportunities. An additional 5,600 students are annually served in non-credit courses. Facilities are located in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Minn. Riverland may be found on the Internet at www.riverland.edu.
The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system comprises 32 state universities and community and technical colleges serving the higher education needs of Minnesota. The system serves about 240,000 students per year in credit-based courses and an additional 130,000 students in non-credit courses.