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'Private Lives' part of Coward revival
Now on stage at the Howell Memorial
Theatre is a Nebra ska Repertory Theatre
production, Private Lives, a comedy by
Noel Coward.
The play, set in Paris, features two
newlyweds, Sibyl and Ely ot Chase, who
discover the neighboring suite is occupied
by Elyot's former wife, Amanda, and her
recently acquired husband, Victor Prynne.
Jerry Lewis, managing director of the
Nebraska Repertory Theatre, said Private
Lives was directed by William Glover, a
visiting summer faculty member, who has
since departed. .
growing interest in Coward's work, Lewis
said. The comedy was produced last year
on Broadway, he said, and received
encouraging reviews.
In addition to the current popularity ol
Coward, Lewis said Private Lives is
considered one of his best efforts.
"The audience can identify with the
characters; they are believable and more
realistic than some of his (Coward's) other
characters," he said.
Some of Coward's work includes Bitter
Sweet, Fallen Angels, The Marquise, The
Rat Trap, and Blithe Spirit.
Private Lives was chosen because of the The cast of Private Lives includes Missy
Critchfield, Roger Johnson, Mitch Tebo,
Connie McCord and Susan Baer. All actors
are members of the Nebraska Repertory
Theatre, and participated in other summer
productions.
Private Lives will be staged Aug. 21 , 23,
26, 27, 30 and Sept. 1. It will alternate
performances in Howell Theatre with All's
Well That Ends Well, which will show Aug.
20, 25, 29 and Sept. 6; and Steambath,
which will run Aug. 22, 28, Sept. 2, 3 and
5.
Curtain time is 8 p.rn, and tickets cost
$3. Reservations may be made by phoning
the Howell Theatre ticket office, at
472-2073.
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Music for the mood offered
By K. Alice Betts
I have always been offended by the
stereotyped image of a college woman.
Often, characterizations are misleading
assumptions and a personal injustice.
Taste in music also, is frequently a
victim of false association. I am a student,
but that does not require allegiance to
"acid" rock. I am a farmer, but that does
not imply fanatic admiration for country
music.
Musical preference develops not only
from lifestyle but is susceptible to mood.
After a chaotic day I might appreciate a
peaceful aftermath and , quiet evening
around a piano bar rather than a crowded
dance floor.
Occasional defiance of stereotyped
entertainment " is easily remedied in
Lincoln. Although establishments featuring
entertainment are limited in number,
diversity is available. There are night spot
presenting rock, country, folk, cocktail and
dance music. So if the feeling is there
don't fight it.
The rustic decor and quiet atmosphere
of the Open Latch assures you of a relaxinj
evening. This weekend either Sally or Davt
Landis on guitar will provide a versatile yet
subdued sound.
Fanny's draws a crowd, but the reason
escapes me. They book traveling groups
which all seem to feature unoriginal
versions of the top forty. Surely, a musical
troupe now appearing nightly, is an
exception and shows enthusiasm and a
ref reshing approach to pop t unes.
Uncle Sam's reigns superior in the
recent revitalization of discotheques. The
music is mixed, much geared toward the
newer dances. If you prefer to sit this one
out, dancing is a great spectator sport.
Although a variety of entertainment is
scheduled at the Zoo, their calling card is
quality blue grass and country music. Jon
Emery, country-western performer, offers
handclappin' and footstompin' music
beginning Thursday.
Little Bo's East and West are "best
described as mediocre discotheques. If you
can tolerate the waiting lines, over-spirited
crowds and obscene contests (largest
bosoms), Bo's Center's live entertainment
is usually worth your patience. Bittersweet,
a talented musical repertoire, is scheduled
this week.
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