“The Three Musketeers,” an extravagant action adventure for all ages.
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
May 8, 2013
American River College Spring performance makes a lasting impression The action, drama, comedy, and tragedy; everything about ARC’s production of “The Three Musketeers” electrified the soul. Pamela Downs has directed a truly excellent experience that went beyond simple storytelling. Charles Morey’s... Read more »
2013 Summer Activities
Alisha Kirby, Arts & Culture Editor
May 8, 2013
In the words of the always eloquent Alice Cooper, “School’s out for summer.” Though, for most of us, it isn’t yet “out forever,” nor has it “been blown to pieces.” What Cooper doesn’t discuss in his summer anthem “School’s Out” is what to do once that final bell rings (or that... Read more »
An extravagant action adventure
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
May 1, 2013
American River College’s Production of “The Three Musketeers” is impressive. The show has many unique aspects that make it worth seeing for every demographic. With all of the professionally choreographed fight scenes, some plot twists and turns, and plenty of comedy in the middle, I’d recommend... Read more »
Arts and Culture Calendar
April 24, 2013
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ARC performer finds her place onstage
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
April 24, 2013
Chelsea Ciechanowski returns to the theater as Milady de Winter in “The Three Musketeers.” Chelsea Ciechanowski may not be the biggest name in the American River College Theater, but if you ask any of her peers in the theater department, you may start to wonder why. Ciechanowski plays Milady de Winter,... Read more »
Mr. Marmalade explores the innocence and darkness of a child’s imagination
Robert Aguilar, Copy Editor
April 3, 2013
ARC’s Brandon Lancaster is an imaginary friend that comes to life in The Alternative Arts Collective’s production of “Mr. Marmalade” Mr. Marmalade is an imaginary friend. Upon first appearance, Marmalade seems professional. He has a job, wears a suit, and carries a suitcase. He stems from four-year-old... Read more »
Engarde! Join “The Three Musketeers” on a grand adventure
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
April 3, 2013
ARC theatre production touches on every end of the emotional spectrum to close out the season Shots fire. Musketeers charge down the staircase towards the rebel Huguenots who are attacking them. Two musketeers fall, and an explosion kills five combatants. The main character, D’Artagnon sees his... Read more »
“Nothing Succeeds like Success” for The Three Musketeers’ director Pam Downs
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
March 13, 2013
What can you tell me abut The Three Musketeers? The novel by Alexandre Dumas has been adapted for screen so many times. This version is a modern adaptation by Charles Morey. I looked at many adaptations, and this is the one I fell in love with. One of the most compelling things about “The Three Musketeers”... Read more »
“Cinder-Ella” slips into ARC Theatre for limited engagement
Jonathan H. Ellyson, Assistant Web Editor
February 13, 2013
Production head dishes about what makes this rendition of a classic unique The Current speaks with Tracy Martin Shearer, an adjunct faculty member in Theater Arts department and director of the children’s theater production“Cinderella,” spelled “Cinder-Ella,” which is coming to ARC May 11. What... Read more »
ARC Theatre’s ‘Domestic Crusaders’ tackles post-9/11 issues with humor and intensity
Sergio Portela, News Editor
December 1, 2012
American River College Theatre’s production of “The Domestic Crusaders,” directed by Sam Williams and written by Wajahat Ali, is a hilarious and at times intense play as they get into issues of racism, feminism, terrorism and what is expected of the family in their community. Although the topics... Read more »
