Perfect for kids and kids at heart, the Oakland University School of Music, Theatre and Dance’s latest production, The Three Little Pigs, A Very Curly Musical Tale is pure joy to watch. Under the direction of Lynnae Lehfeldt, with musical direction by Jamie Reed, and choreography by Rachel Constantino, the talented cast brings the music by George Stiles and book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe (Mary Poppins and HONK!) delightfully to life. The Three Little Pigs is a story we all know well, but … [Read more...]
Come see what ‘The Three Little Pigs’ are up to in this delightful musical at Oakland University
May 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
With music by George Stiles and book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe, the award-winning writers of the international smash hits Mary Poppins and HONK!, comes a musical twist on a classic fairy tale. In this novel retelling, the three little pigs become world-renowned celebrities out of reach of a misunderstood wolf who just wants to have them for dinner. Appealing to audiences aged three years and up, and celebrating togetherness, this is an endearing musical filled with catchy songs and jokes … [Read more...]
Oakland University Theatre Program brings The Scarlet Pimpernel to the Stage
October 10, 2016 by Leave a Comment
The theatre program at Oakland University has opened its performance season with the musical The Scarlet Pimpernel, a powerful and passionate story of love and heroism, with music by Frank Wildhorn, book and lyrics by Nan Knighton, all based on the novel by Baroness Orczy. The Scarlet Pimpernel is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror. Hero Sir Percy Blakeney and his league of English aristocrats have created a secret society, which is engaged in … [Read more...]
The Adventures of Pinocchio at OU
May 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Once again this year the theatre program at Oakland University is finishing up its performance season with a production for families. Audiences of all ages are invited to attend one of four performances of the musical The Adventures of Pinocchio. The familiar story of a wooden puppet who yearns to be a real boy is based on Carlo Collodi’s classic tale. This fast-paced version has music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and a book by Brian Hill. Even the youngest children will be enthralled by this … [Read more...]
OU Teams up with Orchestra Hall for a Trifecta Concert
March 29, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Oakland Symphony Orchestra, Oakland Symphony Chorus, and Madrigal Chorale perform together April 5 At 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, the Oakland Symphony Orchestra (OSO), the Oakland Symphony Chorus and Madrigal Chorale will perform at Orchestra Hall, the home of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, with Gregory Cunningham, conductor. The Oakland Symphony Orchestra will perform Suite from Henry V by William Walton (arranged by Muir Mathieson). The OSO and the Oakland Symphony Chorus and … [Read more...]
Saxophonist Timothy McAllister to perform at OU March 1
February 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Saxophonist Timothy McAllister, whom the Cleveland Plain Dealer calls “a titan of contemporary music,” will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, in Oakland University’s Varner Recital Hall. Hailed by The New York Times as “a virtuoso . . . one of the foremost saxophonists of his generation,” McAllister is one of today’s premier concert soloists and soprano chair of the acclaimed PRISM Quartet. He serves as associate professor of saxophone at The University of Michigan School of Music, … [Read more...]
Oakland University Alumni form a New Professional Theatre Group
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Marco Zaccagnini graduated from Oakland University in 2006 from the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance. His passion for the stage led him to start the Epicenter Theatre Group. Marco is president of the new non-profit group based here in Michigan. The group is comprised of 10 like-minded individuals, many with ties to the Oakland University.� Getting Started Their first production, Glengarry Glen Ross, took place this summer at The Varner Hall Studio on the campus of Oakland … [Read more...]
Performing arts series at OU offers a captivating way to unwind
September 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Rochester, Mich. – Oakland University's Department of Music, Theatre and Dance is offering the campus community and the general public an opportunity to unwind from their busy work weeks, mingle with fellow patrons of the arts and enjoy outstanding performances by seasoned professionals, remarkable students and guest artists. Starting on Sept. 22, the Thursday Arts-After-Work series will exhibit the entire range of Oakland's performing arts programs. Events will … [Read more...]
The Mysterious Pageant Play at Oakland University- With Video
April 6, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Originally done by European clergy in Latin, the medieval Pageant Play “style” offered towns a chance to celebrate the holiday, have fun, and witness scenes from the Bible. Rochester area residents now have an opportunity to enjoy the Pageant Play on the campus of Oakland University by the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance. Over time, the Pageant shrank the serious tone that the clergy had intended it to be as local guilds took over the performances. It became an annual tradition … [Read more...]
