Sonoma State University Departments of Music and Theatre Arts & Dance present THE MAGIC FLUTE

Sonoma State University Departments of Music and Theatre Arts & Dance present "The Magic Flute," with performances presented Feb. 23 to March 5, 2017.

"The Magic Flute" premiered in September, 1791 in Vienna, just two months before the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's premature death. Written for the common man and staged in a theater rather than at court, "The Magic Flute" is beloved for its blend of fantastical storytelling, appealing characters, Shakespearian scope, emotional range and the exquisite beauty of its music, which underscores the drama and features varied musical styles to depict key characters.

Mozart's final opera is a musical fantasy adventure about a noble prince who sets out to rescue a princess and ensure the triumph of truth and justice. "The Magic Flute" appeals to a broad audience as it touches on several themes including good and evil; love and jealousy; rivalry and power; and features a wide spectrum of characters including juicy villains and mystical beings.

The Sonoma State University's Departments of Music and Theatre Arts & Dance join forces for this main stage presentation with stage direction by Amanda McTigue and a 15-piece orchestra conducted by Grammy nominated Lynne Morrow.

Director Amanda McTigue describes "The Magic Flute" as being set all over the world and in netherworlds. Various artistic elements have been designed and created for the production including several life size puppets and elaborate costumes inspired by various cultural influences.

The Department presents its "$5 Friends & Family Night" performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 2. SSU faculty, staff, alumni and students are admitted free and standard, senior and visiting student admission is $5 at the March 2 performance.

Sonoma State University students are admitted free to all performances with valid student ID.

Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder

Music Direction by Lynne Morrow
Stage Direction by Amanda McTigue
Set Design by Kristopher East
Costume Design by Samantha Summerfield
Puppet Design by Mary Nagler
Co-produced by the SSU Depts. of Music and Theatre Arts & Dance

WHEN: Feb. 23 to March 5, 2017
7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23; Friday, Feb. 24; Saturday, Feb. 25; Thursday, March 2; Friday, March 3; and Saturday, March 4
2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 (includes post show discussion)
10 a.m. Wednesday, March 1 (piano only)
5 p.m. Sunday, March 5

TICKET PRICES: $5 to $17
Sonoma State University students are admitted free to all productions with valid student ID. Admission prices from $5 to $17. Tickets are $10 non-SSU students and seniors; $15 Sonoma State University Faculty and Staff; and $17 standard admission. "$5 Friends & Family Night" on Thursday, March 2 features free admission for SSU faculty, staff, alumni and students and standard, senior and visiting student admission at $5.

TICKETS ONLINE: http://bit.ly/2hSz975

LOCATION: Sonoma State University
Evert B. Person Theatre, 1801 E. Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Evert B. Person Theatre is accessed through the main entrance to Sonoma State University.

PARKING: From the South entrance on East Cotati Avenue, turn right at the stop sign in front of the information kiosk. Park in Lots E (left) and F (right). Parking in SSU lots is $5 at all times. Permits may be purchased from the vending machines located at the entrance to parking lots, or at toll booths when available.

PHONE / BOX OFFICE: 707-664-4246
The box office is located on the first floor of the Student Center. On performance nights, depending on the venue, the Person Theatre or Ives Hall box office will open one hour prior to the event start time. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday and one hour prior to all performances. Contact the box office at 707-664-4246 or email tickets@sonoma.edu

WEB SITE: www.sonoma.edu/tix

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