Performance Studio Series presents Bethany

Grand Valley’s Performance Studio Series will feature “Bethany,” a story about a single mother trying to pull her life together while living in an unnamed exurb of a small city in the United States.

October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
October 20, 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Louis Armstrong Theatre, Performing Arts Center, Allendale Campus

Kerissa Bradley, one of two senior student directors for “Bethany,” said one of the main themes of playwright Laura Mark’s original script is the strength of women.

“’Bethany’ is a serio comedic play about Crystal, a woman who is doing all she can to get her daughter back,” said Bradley. “She has lost her house, she is losing her job, but she hasn’t lost her strength. She does whatever is necessary to preserve her goal of being reunited with her daughter.”

The Performance Studio Series allows upper-level theater students to put into practical use the skills they learn in the classroom.

“The Performance Studio Series is the only student-run show performed on the Main Stage. All aspects are done by students, including lights, sound, directing, acting, set design, costume design and stage management,” said Bradley. “My cast and crew have worked very hard on this production, putting countless hours inside and outside of rehearsal. They deserve an audience because they have literally put their blood, sweat, tears and laughter into this show.”

For more information about the Performance Studio Series, visit http://gvsu.edu/s/Jo.

The play contains adult language and situations and is recommended for mature audiences. Tickets for “Bethany” are $6 and can be purchased at the Performing Arts Center Box Officer or by calling (616) 331-2300.