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The Performing Arts Program at Chaminade University of Honolulu will present GODSPELL this spring with its own Hawaiian style Jesus and disciples. The musical based on the gospel of Saint Matthew first opened more than 30 years ago off-Broadway and went on to win a Grammy Award for Best Score. The local Chaminade version will have all the familiar songs, including “Day by Day” and “All Good Gifts,” but will feature Jesus as a Hawaii lifeguard with his disciples called from among surfers, skateboarders, beach boys, the homeless and tourists. And where else better to post rescue efforts in Hawaii but the beach? – The beach at Mamiya Theater, that is. Performance times are Thurs., April 7, Fri., April 8, & Sat., April 9 at 7:30 p.m., and Sun., April 10, at 4 p.m.
Bro. Gary E. Morris, Associate Professor of Theater, directs this local rendition of the John Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz musical hit. Dr. Tim Carney, Associate Professor of Music and director of Hawaii Vocal Arts Ensemble (HVAE), is musical director. Brad Powell is production choreographer. The Chaminade performances are a collaborative effort of Chaminade student performers with other college student actors and members from local community theater groups. Tickets cost $10 for General Seating and $5 for seniors, students and children. Mamiya Theater is located on the Chaminade /Saint Louis School campus at 3140 Waialae Avenue in Kaimuki. Call 440-4246 for reservations or more information.
Founded in 1955, Chaminade University is committed to educating future leaders equipped with both talent and character. Starting in 2005-fall semester Chaminade University will offer a Minor in Performing Arts, with an emphasis on either theater performance/ production or applied music. Chaminade University offers a liberal arts curriculum that prepares students for life, work and service. With 22 undergraduate degree programs and five graduate degree programs, Chaminade enrolls over 2,500 students at its scenic Kaimuki hillside campus overlooking Diamond Head. Chaminade offers day, evening, online and accelerated 10-week courses to meet the needs of working adults at 10 satellite locations around O’ahu military bases and Catholic parishes and schools. Chaminade University is located at 3140 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816. For more information, visit the Chaminade University website at www.chaminade.edu or call (808) 735-4711.
