Produced with financial support from the Wheeling Jesuit University Student Government Association.

The Performing Arts Series is a proud tradition at Wheeling Jesuit University. A joint endeavor of the extracurricular and the academic University, the series produces plays, musicals, and concerts for the community.  For more information, call 304-243-2095

One Acts Plays & Coffeehouse - 8 p.m., Oct. 4, 5, 6 at Troy Theater, a lighthearted evening of short plays and scenes performed in a casual, coffee-house atmosphere.

"A Streetcar Named Desire," by Tennessee Williams, at 8 p.m. Nov. 15, 16, 17 and 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at Troy Theater. With its raw realism and sexuality, Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning drama remains as revealing about human nature today as at its Broadway opening 60 years ago. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Services, Inc. on behalf of the University of the South, Sewanee, Tenn., this play is intended for mature audiences.

Student Dance Concert at 8 p.m. Nov. 29, at Troy Theater. This exciting evening of dance will present a choreographed concert including jazz, ballet, and modern styles.

WJU Class of 1969 Chamber Singers Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at St. Michael Church, National Road. The popular holiday event features solos and carols of the season, highlighted by Handel's Hallelujah Chorus.

Special Holiday Children's Show of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella," music by Richard Rodgers, book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 6 & 7; 2 p.m., Dec. 8; Troy Theater. Performed by the Wheeling Central Catholic High School Players, the timeless story, memorable characters, and delightful music make this show a perfect fit for the entire family. Tickets for this event only must be purchased through Wheeling Central Catholic High School. Call 304-233-1660 for ticket prices and more information. Produced by special arrangement with Rodgers and Hammerstein Music Library, Inc.

"Master Harold ... and the Boys," 8:00 p.m., January 31, February  1 and 2; Troy Theater. This play contains adult language and adult themes. In 1982, Athol Fugard wrote a searing chamber drama about class and race in his native South Africa, still writhing in the grip of the morally, politically, and economically bankrupt system of apartheid. South Africa’s system was subsequently reformed politically, much as America’s civil rights legislation reformed our own social fabric. However, Fugard’s play about white, privileged Master Harold and two black servants, Sam and Willie, remains one of the most incisive documentations of the inbred assumptions of racial superiority. Perhaps someday, powerful plays like Fugard’s will be purely historical in their relevance. Until then, we still have much to learn from them about the ways in which we encounter one another. This production will be performed in an intimate studio arrangement with limited seating. Admission is free and reservations are strongly recommended. Call 243-2000 to reserve. Produced by special permission with Samuel French, Inc. New York, NY.

Gambol "Man Of La Mancha," written by Dale Wasserman, music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion, 8 p.m. April 3, 4, 5 and 2 p.m. April 6, at Troy Theater. Miguel de Cervantes' touching tale of the knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha, along with an award-winning musical score, makes the stage come alive with a powerful message of hope springing from the darkness of a Spanish prison vault. Produced by special arrangement with, and music and dialogue material furnished by, Tams-Witmak Music Library, Inc. 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022.

Curtain times may vary. Reservations are always recommended to ensure a seat. Please call the WJU switchboard at 243-2000, Monday through Friday.

Ticket Prices:
WJU Students and Children 12 and under: $1.00
Adults: $7.00
Alumni, Senior Citizens: $6.00
WJU Employees, College and High School Students 13 and up: $4.00

General Information
All performances are in Troy Theater unless otherwise noted. Troy Theater is located in Swint Hall on the WJU campus. Please check curtain times as they may vary for each event.

Video or audio recording of plays or musicals is a violation of copyright agreements and is prohibited by law.
No flash photography.
No food or drinks permitted in theater.
All cell phones and pagers should be silenced while the performance is in progress.

Seating  All seating in festival style.
Reservations  Are always recommended to ensure a seat. Reservations can
be made by calling 304-243-2000 M-F from 9-5 p.m.
Tickets  All tickets must be paid for and picked up at the box office prior to
each performance. No tickets or cash will be exchanged in advance.  The box office will open 1 hour prior to performance time.
Late Arrivals  Reservations not claimed five-minutes before curtain time are released for resale.  Late arrivals may not be seated until an appropriate break in the production or until intermission.

If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Dave Henderson Coordinator for Performing Arts and Lectures daveh@wju.edu or call 304-243-2095.