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Wolfe Center for the Arts

The Wolfe Center for the Arts is part of the BGSU Arts Corridor, located between the Fine Arts Building and the Moore Musical Arts Center. The 100,000-square-foot facility provides a space for collaborative work and study between all the fine and performing arts. The building includes the offices for the Department of Theatre and Film Home, classrooms, a 400-seat theatre, a black box actor’s theatre, sound stage and production support areas, electronic recording studio, student technology center and collaborative vocal music, school of art and dance studios.

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Wolfe Center for the Arts, Bowling Green, OH 43403

https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/theatre-and-film.html

The Wolfe Center for the Arts is part of the BGSU Arts Corridor, located between the Fine Arts Building and the Moore Musical Arts Center.  The 100,000-square-foot facility provides a space for collaborative work and study between all the fine and performing arts. The building includes the offices for the Department of Theatre and Film Home, classrooms, a 400-seat theatre, a black box actor’s theatre, sound stage and production support areas, electronic recording studio, student technology center and collaborative vocal music, school of art and dance studios.

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Upcoming Events (6)

ENCORE! A Senior Showcase

Sat, Nov 9, 2024 2pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Eva Marie Saint Theatre

free
The senior musical theatre specialization class of 2024 and 2025 has put together an event to showcase what they have learned in their four years at BGSU. The event is free of charge but has limited seating so please reserve a spot. Enjoy a wide variety of musical theater tunes and wish happy trails to the graduating class!

Silent Sky

Thu, Nov 21, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Varies
When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see when one is trapped among earthly complications; Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers believe in both, and their dedication changed the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.

Silent Sky

Fri, Nov 22, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

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When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see when one is trapped among earthly complications; Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers believe in both, and their dedication changed the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.

Silent Sky

Sat, Nov 23, 2024 2pm to 4pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Varies
When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see when one is trapped among earthly complications; Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers believe in both, and their dedication changed the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.

Silent Sky

Sat, Nov 23, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Varies
When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see when one is trapped among earthly complications; Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers believe in both, and their dedication changed the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.

Silent Sky

Sun, Nov 24, 2024 2pm to 4pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Varies
When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Social progress, like scientific progress, can be hard to see when one is trapped among earthly complications; Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers believe in both, and their dedication changed the way we understand both the heavens and Earth.
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Les Marionettes du Mal present: The Flowers of Evil

Sat, Nov 2, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Eva Marie Saint Theater (Wolfe 124)

Free
Les Marionettes du Mal present Les Fleurs du Mal, inspired by the work of Charles Baudelaire and the centennial anniversary of the birth of surrealism, this celebration of the avant-garde is an immersive mix of digital projections, shadow puppetry, and experimental live theater.   Limited reserve seating!   This presentation contains themes of drug abuse, physical and emotional abuse, prostitution, violence, profanity and war.
This is a past event.

Les Marionettes du Mal present: The Flowers of Evil

Fri, Nov 1, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Eva Marie Saint Theater (Wolfe 124)

Free
Les Marionettes du Mal present Les Fleurs du Mal, inspired by the work of Charles Baudelaire and the centennial anniversary of the birth of surrealism, this celebration of the avant-garde is an immersive mix of digital projections, shadow puppetry, and experimental live theater.   Limited reserve seating!   This presentation contains themes of drug abuse, physical and emotional abuse, prostitution, violence, profanity and war.
This is a past event.

Screening of Halloween 48 Hour Film Projects

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 8pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Free
The screening of the Halloween 48 Hour Film Projects has become one of main holiday events on campus. The films are all crowd pleasers and the event features a costume contest. So, whether you filmed the weekend before, are looking for a place to wear an outrageous costume, or want some entertainment well suited to Halloween make sure to attend the event. Presented by BG Reel, the student organization that arranges the annual BGSU Film and Media Festival.
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Workshop/Masterclass: Dan Ihasz, VoceVista

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 4pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Conrad Room

Dan Ihasz, baritone, will give a workshop/ masterclass on the course VoceVista. This event is free and open to the public.
This is a past event.

Blacula (William Crain, 1972)

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Free
An 18th-century African prince, turned into a vampire by Dracula, finds himself in modern-day Los Angeles.
This is a past event.

Poor Clare

Sat, Oct 26, 2024 8pm to 10pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Eva Marie Saint Theatre (Wolfe 124)

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THE STORY: It’s 1211 in Assisi, Italy, and Clare’s got beauty, wealth, and a rich suitor who showers her with expensive presents. So why is she so drawn to this guy Francis who gave up all his possessions just because poor people are suffering? Everyone in town says he’s crazy. And yet…she starts seeing everything in her life differently. This hilarious, anachronistic telling of the real story of St. Clare considers the cost of doing good—and how little has changed for the haves and the have-nots in almost a millennium. (from Dramatist Play Service: dramatists.com) Sara Lapinski Chambers, Director   ---------------------------------------- Falcon Family Weekend Oct. 18-20 | This event is part of Falcon Family Weekend, an annual tradition for parents, family members, and supporters to visit, create memories, participate in events, and explore campus and the local community. 

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I took my 34 year old daughter, and two granddaughters, ages 10 and 4. We all LOVED it! We each enjoyed it for different reasons, and at different levels. My granddaughters giggled through it, as did my daughter and myself. But, being a grammy, it eventually brought tears to my eyes. A's facial expressions were beyond comical, engaging and heartbreaking! Everyone did an amazing job. Thanks for the opportunity to share theater with my grandchildren at such a low price, too.

I loved the show! Especially the passion of the character Orin! He was absurd and proud! !

Audience was annoying, laughing at anything remotely blue, even lines which weren't even remotely funny. The play might be good, but you would never know it from this performance. Perhaps the material, as I said above, was to advanced for the cast.

Leading lady was miscast, a good actress, but a character actress, not a leading lady. (I am intentionally non PC, I use actor and actress aviator and aviatrix). Material was beyond the ability of the cast, although they did, in some scenes rise to the occasion–hospital room scene, barroom scene. Dad actor needed to project more; I missed a lot of his lines.

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