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Rapture, Blister, Burn

Gannett Theater
305 College Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
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By Gina Gionfriddo
Directed by Olivia Dimond ’22

Catherine and Gwen, former best friends who have since gone their separate ways, feel equally unfilled: Catherine with just her academic career, Gwen with just her husband and children. Is switching lives enough to solve all their problems?

At this time and per Bates’ most recent Covid policy, only Bates faculty, staff, and students are allowed to attend this event. We will continue to post updates on this page, so please check back often.

Performance Dates

Thursday, February 3rd, at 7:30 pm.
Friday, February 4th, at 7:30 pm.
Saturday, February 5th, at 5:00 pm.
Sunday, February 6th, at 2:00 pm.
Monday, February 7th, at 7:30 pm.

Tickets

Admission is free, with a suggested $5 donation.

Tickets are available online
or at the box office 207-786-6161 (Monday through Friday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm)

Meet the Cast

Brendan Fitzgerald ’23
Don Harper

Dianna Georges ’22
Alice Croll

Alex Gilbertson ’22*
Gwen Harper

Paige Magid

Paige Magid ’24
Catherine Croll

Alison Robelen

Alison Robelen ’25
Avery Willard

*This performance is offered in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a senior thesis in acting.

Meet the Creative Team

Olivia Dimond ’22*
Director

Cliff Odle
Thesis Advisor

B. Christine McDowell
Scenic and Costume Designer

Michael Reidy
Lighting Designer

Tim Butler ’25
Sound Designer

Artemis Preeshl ’84
Intimacy Coach

Mingzhen Wang ’24
Stage Manager

*This performance is offered in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a senior thesis in directing.