Missouri Western State University’s 2015-2016 Theatre Season continues with a production of “Blur” Dec. 1-4 in the Kemper Recital Hall inside Spratt Hall. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1-3, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for Missouri Western faculty and staff, $6 for students and free for Missouri Western students with valid ID. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at the Potter Hall Box Office, 816-271-4452, or online at mwsutix.com.
In “Blur,” written by Melanie Marnich, life is wonderfully safe in the eccentric world of Dot Di Prima and her mother, until the day Dot is diagnosed with a genetic disease that will cause her to gradually lose her vision. Now Dot must learn how to find and create relationships with friends and family guided by her heart rather than her sight. With the help of her boyfriend, best friend, and a wayward priest, Dot discovers the kind of vision needed not only to prevail over this disease, but to thrive with spirit, humor and hope. The play contains adult language and content.
“Blur” is directed by Katie Kalahurka, a Kansas City based actress who appeared on the Missouri Western stage in the Western Playhouse production of “Mother Divine” in 2014. Cast members include:
- Dot: Kelsey Garber
- Francis: Precious Hemphill
- Joey: Cole Kurcz
- Father: Dominick Pugh
- Doctor/Student: Tyler Divine
- Mom: Carol Myers
“Blur” is produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc.
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