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Jeff Martinez
Producer, Azusa Pacific Theater
626-815-5035
AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY THEATER PRESENTS
A RAISIN IN THE SUN
Azusa, CA – This American drama will move you deeply as Azusa Pacific University Theater presents the play A Raisin In The Sun, opening February 4, 2010.
This groundbreaking play originally starred Sidney Poitier in the Broadway production, which opened in 1959. Set on Chicago's South Side, the plot revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis, and matriarch Lena, called Mama. When her deceased husband's insurance money comes through, Mama dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans, however: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. Sacrifice, trust, and love among the Younger family and their heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration.
“APU Theater is proud to offer serious material reflecting dramatic shifts in culture and the pursuit of the American dream. A Raisin In The Sun is a wonderful chance to share in the struggles and hopes of people just like ourselves,” says Bart McHenry, Director of the Theater Arts Program at Azusa Pacific University.
The whole community is invited to view this intense dramatic tale, directed by Thomas Parham and rated M for Mature (recommended for adults or mature teenagers only). Shows run February 4-6, 11-13 at 7:30 p.m. and February 6 and 13 at 2 p.m.. at the Azusa Pacific University Main Stage Theater on the West Campus of Azusa Pacific University. Special discounts available for seniors, students and groups of 10 or more! For more information, please contact the ticket office at the Felix Event Center at 626-815-5494 or online at www.apu.edu/theater/tickets.
Azusa Pacific University Theater offers six stage productions for the 2009-10 season, featuring a combination of family-friendly comedy, drama and musical performances. Season tickets are available now. For more information, visit the theater Web site at www.apu.edu/theater.
Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities <http://www.cccu.org/> , APU is committed to God First <http://edits.umcm.apu.edu/about/motto/> and excellence in higher education. Offering more than 60 areas of undergraduate study <http://edits.umcm.apu.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/> , 26 master's degree programs <http://edits.umcm.apu.edu/academics/programs/masters/> , and 7 doctorates <http://edits.umcm.apu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/> to a total student population of more than 8,500 on campus, online, and at seven regional centers <http://edits.umcm.apu.edu/locations/> across Southern California, APU has been recognized as one of U.S. News’ <http://www.usnews.com/> Best Colleges for six years running and by Princeton Review <http://www.princetonreview.com/> as one of the Best in the West. APU graduates are known for professional excellence, the highest ethical standards, and their desire to make a difference in the world.
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