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Sound and light workers at the rehearsal for the theatre production Blues for Mr. Charlie, Kathy Burleson professor in the theatre arts department standing up and an American River student sitting down taking cues from Burleson.

Behind the scenes of ARC’s theater production, “Blues for Mister Charlie”

Cheyenne Drury and Cheyenne Drury March 2, 2015

When putting together a theatrical production there are many jobs that go into making the performance besides the actors, such as light technicians, costume designers, audio and camera staff. American...

The cast of “Blues for Mr. Charlie,” which opens this Friday. Directed by Samuel Williams, the play is the first of the semester at ARC

February brings the ‘Blues’

Kameron Schmid and Kameron Schmid February 24, 2015

The American River College theater department is commemorating this year’s Black History Month with a production of “Blues for Mister Charlie,” which premieres Friday. Loosely based on the real-life...

Theater students to leave for ACTF Feb. 26

Kameron Schmid and Kameron Schmid February 11, 2015

A delegation of American River College theater students and faculty members will be leaving for Washington next Monday to take part in the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. The...

The Deafhood Monologues is a touching play that focuses in on Deaf cultures

‘The Deafhood Monologues’ is a touching play that focuses in on Deaf cultures

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels December 2, 2014

The American River College production “The Deafhood Monologues,” which featured an all-Deaf cast who signed all of their lines, was a beautiful attempt to form a connection between those who are able...

‘Honky Tonk Parade’ creates some happiness

‘Honky Tonk Parade’ creates some happiness

Kameron Schmid and Kameron Schmid December 2, 2014

During “A Perfect Analysis Given by a Parrot,” the last scene of American River College theater’s production of “Honky Tonk Parade,” two characters, Bessie and Flora, are drunk at a bar, and...

The Deafhood Monologues, shines a light on Deaf culture

“The Deafhood Monologues,” shines a light on Deaf culture

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels November 21, 2014

An earlier version of this story incorrectly identified Deaf Culture as "hearing impaired." “The Deafhood Monologues,” a play partly inspired by “The Vagina Monologues” that intends to shed light...

Sac States production of Water by the Spoonful tackles adult themes

Sac State’s production of “Water by the Spoonful” tackles adult themes

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels November 21, 2014

Sacramento State’s production of “Water by the Spoonful,” directed by Roberto Pomo, is an emotional play that deals with drug addiction, online identities and is filled with complex characters that...

Student talent showcased at auditions for fundraiser play, Gumbo

Student talent showcased at auditions for fundraiser play, “Gumbo”

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels November 20, 2014

Before beginning his magic show at the auditions for the upcoming American River College production “Gumbo,” ARC student Spencer Murrish said the one thing he learned in college was that girls love...

Actors from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival visit American River College

Actors from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival visit American River College

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels November 19, 2014

Actors Michael Goodman and Juan Parada from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival came to American River College Monday to discuss how the theme of friendship is interwoven throughout Shakespeare’s plays by...

Concert and Symphonic Bands rock ARC Theater

Jose Garcia and Jose Garcia November 18, 2014

The American River College Concert and Symphonic bands performed a selection based on what can be viewed as the most basic element of music, rhythm, on Nov. 10. Numerous elements of rhythm were demonstrated...

Creative  open mic Cafe Noir features talented acts

Creative open mic ‘Cafe Noir’ features talented acts

Kameron Schmid and Kameron Schmid November 9, 2014

With performances in multiple styles, including song, poetry, improvisation and acting, Theater Arts Club’s first “Cafe Noir” of the semester, which took place on Nov. 4, was a fun way for the artistically...

Halloween is a satisfying scare, according to ARC professors

Halloween is a satisfying scare, according to ARC professors

Joseph Daniels and Joseph Daniels October 31, 2014

Every Halloween, Americans express a desire to be frightened and horrified to get into the spirit of the holiday. But why do we enjoy being scared? American River College professors shared their insight...

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