Texas Tech University’s Department of Theatre & Dance brought back its annual “Raider Red’s One-Act Play Spectacular” on Monday, with five new short plays written and directed by students.
RROAPS provides an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to take an idea and work it all the way to becoming a realized production. Sometimes dark, sometimes funny, these five shows vary widely – but they are all good stories. I truly believe everyone would enjoy this production as it has something for everyone.
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Shadow Man
Written by Wesley Bingham and directed by Nicholas D. Irion, this play tells the chilling tale of the “Shadow Man” — thought to be a myth until his drive for fame and revenge spark a killing spree. Starring Lauren Mangum, Matt Russo, and Nikki Irion, with a cameo by Joshua Barrett and voice-over by Michael Boughton. Stage managed by Ben Terry.
A Touch of Regret
Written by Bob Chanda and directed by Troy Battle, this play explores the impact of loss and loneliness on Harry, a middle-aged professor. Starring Jordan Elizabeth Brown, Anthony Burton, and Joshua Barrett. Stage managed by Sharai Bohannon and choreographed by Jordan Elizabeth Brown.
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The Soldier’s Cross
Written by Cinthya Hernandez and directed by Jessica Garcia, this story follows a young woman who joins the military, and shows the toll her decision takes on her family. Starring Jennifer Morazan, Amanda Espinoza, and KyVon Raymond. Stage managed by DeRon Williams.
The World is Watching
This futuristic tale was written by Jared Strange and directed by Clay Martin. What will happen when everyone can see everything everyone else does? It’s got comedy, murder, and snark. Starring Calli Lynch, Charlie Schwieterman, Reagan Kruse, and Carol Mazhuvancheril, with voice-over by Randall Rapstine. Stage managed and associate directed by Victoria Lawson.
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Good Boy
This comedy, set in the 1950s, was written by
Emily Sitton and directed by Dakota Duclo. A young newly-engaged couple go shopping for a lamp, with disastrous results. Starring Nikki Irion, Matt Russo, and Jordan Hammack. Stage managed by RoShonda Petties.
RROAPS starts at 8 p.m. every night in the Lab theatre, except Sunday which is at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for individuals, $5 for students with ID. A limited number of free tickets are available for students starting at 7 p.m. each night (1 p.m. on Sunday).
Editor’s note: The author, Jennifer McKown, executive director of The Hub, is the lighting designer for these plays.
Production Staff:
Producer — Jared Strange
Assistant Producer — Jamie Rogers
Production Manager — RoShanda Petties
Dramaturg — Laurel Petty
Scenic Designer — Matthew Schlief
Lighting Designer — Jennifer McKown
Sound Designer — Natalie Mayo
Costume Designer — Scott Ferrell, Jr.
Sound Board — Aaron Ellis
Light Board — Sharai Bohannon
Costume Running Crew — Kaycee Patterson
Program Design — Aaron Wood
Poster/Program Cover Design — Nicholas D. Irion
House Supervisor — Ashley Meyer
Assistant House Supervisor — DeRon Williams, Karen Wurl
Faculty Adviser — Norman Bert
RROAPS Committee — Jim Bush, Dorothy Chansky, Bruce Hermann, Paul Reinsch, and Matthew Schlief
About Jennifer McKown
