Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Idaho Summer Repertory at ISU Presents,
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber; Lyrics by Tim Rice
Stephens Performing Arts Center – Beverly B. Bistline Theatre
June 15, 16, 18, 21, 22, and 23, 2012 @ 7:30pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical with lyrics by Tim Rice. The story is based on the "coat of many colors" story of Joseph from the Bible's Book of Genesis. The musical was first produced in the West End (London) in 1973 and opened on Broadway (New York City) in 1982. Since then, Joseph’s family-friendly storyline, universal themes, and catchy music have resulted in over 20,000 educational and amateur theatre group productions. Idaho Summer Repertory is proud to offer our version under the direction of Lisa Woodland, June 15, 16, 18, 21, 22, & 23. All shows start at 7:30 pm and will take place in the Beverly B. Bistline Theatre, Stephens Performing Arts Center.
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in the delightful musical parable. Joseph, his father's favorite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. He is purchased by Potiphar where thwarting advances from Potiphar's wife lands him in jail. When news of Joseph's gift to interpret dreams reaches the Pharaoh (wryly and riotously depicted as Elvis), Joseph is well on his way to becoming second in command. Eventually his brothers, having suffered greatly, unknowingly find themselves groveling at the feet of the brother they betrayed but no longer recognize. After testing their integrity, Joseph reveals himself leading to a heartfelt reconciliation of the sons of Israel. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.
Director Lisa Woodland is excited to be involved with the first ever production of Joseph in the Bistline Theatre. The size of the theatre allows for larger community involvement including the traditional cast and a large children’s chorus. With the larger cast and crew, more people from SE Idaho have a chance to act/sing and experience being on the “big-stage” here at ISU. Lisa feels that the variety of different musical styles, from Country to Egyptian to Vegas, has something to offer and entertain everyone.
Tickets are available at the Performing Arts Center Box Office or by phone at (208) 282-3595. You can even order ON-LINE at www.isu.edu/tickets. We’ll see you there!