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Actors find roles difficult for double feature plays ByLizaHoltmeier Staff Reporter The UNL Culture Center will play host to this weekend’s Theatrix double feature. The first play, “Cold Journey In The Dark,” is directed by Michael Rothmayer and deals with a chance meeting between Jesus and Judas in a church after 2000 years. The two discuss life, their past together and how things have gone since they last met. Rothmayer said the show had been a challenge because the ac tors have had to work to bring two of western civilization’s biggest icons to life on stage. “I’ve learned that regardless of the character you’re given, you have to make die character you,” said Steve Barth who plays Jesus. “We’d never be able to handle play ing Jesus and Judas.” Rothmayer added that the show endeavors to break some stereo types surrounding these characters and has almost a revisionist histori cal aspect. “It takes Jesus and Judas and turns them into regular human be ings with real ideas and desires,” Rothmayer said. “It sort of undeifies these deities.” Because of a lack of perform ing space in Temple, the two plays will be performed in the Culture Center. Mike Bergstrom, who plays Ju das, said the atmosphere of the Culture Center added an interest ing presence to the show and has emphasized the religious over tones. Rothmayer said the overall goal of this show is to encourage people to question their own beliefs and the beliefs of others. “If the audience leaves think ing about anything they’ve seen, then this show has been a success,” Rothmayer said. The second play, “Endgame,” is directed by Nita Ritzke and depicts a world in which human relation ships are absurd and irrational. “This is very challenging ma terial for any actor,” Ritzke said. “There are so many ways to take this play. If you boil it all down, it’s about the human condition and our ability for cruelty.” Cast members agreed and said that interpreting this play has been more difficult then past shows they have worked on. “I’ve learned there is a lot more behind a line than people think,” said Dan Rasmussen, who plays Nagg. Jacob Crabb, who plays Nell, agreed. “You really have to immerse yourself in the character’s world,” he said. Cast members said Ritzke’s di recting has enabled them to progress and grow through this production. The cast and crew of “Endgame” also have capitalized on the atmosphere of the Culture Center. “I’ve never worked in an envi ronmental space that is this indica tive of the story,” Ritzke said. The Theatrix Double Feature runs tonight and Saturday night at 8 and Friday at 8 and 10:30 at the UNL Culture Center, 333 N. 14th St. Admission is $3. Drummer plays Zeppelin songs for charities^ By Ann Stack Senior Reporter Jason Bonham, prodigal son of the late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, is rocking in the name of his father, and all for a good cause. The younger Bonham provides the rhythm for the Jason Bonham Band, and will play at the Royal Grove Nightclub, 340 W. Comhusker High way, tonight at 9 in a 19-and-over show. He’s currently touring in support of his forthcoming album, “In The Name Of My Father—The ZepSet.” Recorded live at New York City’s Electric Ladyland, the CD contains 10 Led Zeppelin classic cuts, including “Ramble On,” “Since I Been Loving You,” “Communication Breakdown” and “Whole Lotta Love.” All of t,he royalties from “The ZepSet” will be donated to the Big Sisters of Los Angeles, and to the John Bonham Memorial Motorcycle Camp. The profits from the tour will also go toward the charities. Also as part of the band’s chari table efforts, Atlantic Records, Led Zeppelin’s label, issued 25 “Led Zep pelin IV” platinum LPs in honor of the 25th anniversary of the album’s release. One album will be auctioned off in each city the band visits. The proceeds from this will go to ward the John Bonham Memorial Motorcycle Camp, which is run by the Police Activities League’s Off-Road Pals. The program gives underprivi leged and at-risk youth the chance to get involved in motorcycle and off road racing. Bonham has contributed to the Grammy-nominated Muddy Waters tribute record, 1993’s “Muddy Waters Blues, A TVibute to Muddy Waters.” Sweet Honey I__ in the Rock UEH f.rro,..4W»-uD.ONT TOTne TREATSEATS* discount coupons available at participating Target stores. L < £ fej.... j Saturday, March 15,8pm This project Is supported in part try a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. Tickets: 402-472-4747 or 800432-3231 ______ M-F 11-5:30pm On the UNL Campus, 12th & Q uedcenter UED CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS Lied Center programming is supported by the Friends of Lied and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, Mid-America Arts Alliance and the Nebraska Arts Council. i 435-1717 a imKmmm a >^E/ a SUPER THUBSMY: S2.00 ANYTHING: p tt THATS RIGHT! ALL PREMIUMS, SHOTS, fj| N*1 BLOODYS, MARGARITAS, LONG ISLANDS, W CAPTAINS, 23 OZ. 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