Asha Martin has role in classic play at CSC

2011 Apr 10

Asha Martin of Scottsbluff, Neb., has a role in the Chadron State College theatre programs upcoming production of "The Importance of Being Earnest," the classic comedy of manners written by Oscar Wilde in 1895.

The play will open in the Memorial Hall auditorium Thursday, April 14, and run through Sunday, April 17. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

The play follows the romantic pursuits of John "Jack" Worthing and Algernon Moncrief, who attempt to woo Gwendolyn Fairfax and Cecily Cardew in an eccentric plot of misdirection, misunderstandings and mistaken identity.

The play's director, Roger Mays, said Oscar Wilde's wit and charm provide the undercurrent for the classic play. He describes it as a "classic family comedy," suitable for all ages.

"This delightful comedy is often included in the literature curriculum and has proven a timeless favorite during the last century and a quarter, featuring great actors from Michael Chekhov to Dame Judi Dench," Mays said.

Martin, a freshman studying theatre, is playing the role of Cecily Cardew in the production.

Tickets may be reserved by contacting the CSC box office at boxoffice@csc.edu or 308-432-6207.

--CSC Information Services

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