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Show Culture Monday August 3,2009 A7 Receive a free 1 day shopping pass at the Ai Mitton/UVU Review Joseph, (Jason Millar) is adored by a group of fangirls as Pharaoh (Chris Holmes) and one of the narrators (Rebekah Osmond) look on. Welcome to Fabulous Egypt £_' UNDSEY L1NGE Culture editor Glitz, glitter and tie-dye make its way to Orem with the SCERA's production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor - Dreawcoat, directed by recent UVU graduate, Jeremy Showgren. While Joseph has always been a modem presentation of the Biblical story, this production takes it a step further by taking a Las Vegas-style approach. This unique take on the story is a fun introduction for those who have never seen the show and a refreshing take for those who already love it. The show includes plenty of references to cultural elements. Hotels from the Vegas Strip create the backdrop for Egypt, Potiphar is a 1930s gangster and the Ishmaelites, who buy Jo- seph, are Cirque du Soleil dancers. Ventriloquists, paparazzi, crazed fan girls and even Freud get their respective nods. While the humor and lightheartedness of the show is played excellently, the more serious and emotional moments fail to come through with sufficient force. It's hard to feel Joseph's pain in jail as he sings, "Will I live or die?" when he is surrounded by 30 kids in bright, tie-dye shirts. Perhaps the most relatable struggle is seen in the addition of Leah, Jacob's first wife, as she fights for some of the attention showered on his preferred wife Rachel. The strength of the show lies in the ever-changing styles. The music ranges from country to calypso, allowing tor a diverse choreography. "I did a lot of research," choreographer Shawn Mortensen said of his preparations for the show. "It's been a challenge. I tried to get as much in there as I possibly could." Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat When: Mon.Jhurs., Fri, and Sat. through Aug. 18 at 8 p.m. W h e r e : SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre 699 S. State Sf in Orem C o s t : $8-$10 general admission, $10-$14 for reserved sections More Info: visit www.scera.org or call 801-224-ARTS COSTCO WHOLESALE College Open House in Orem at 648 E, 800 S. (Just north of the University Mall) Open House Dates & Hours August 20 -29 except Sun. 23rd Mon-Fri 10:00 am-8:30 pm Saturday 9:30 am-7:00 pm Get your shopping pass at the college reception table Join Costco & receive a $10 gift card Buy specially ordered college merchandise Costco members receive special in store coupons welcomes you to Utah Valley University IK3H? -Two Sparkling Swimming Pools and Jacuzzis -Newly Renovated Fitness Center -Free Stand-up Tanning Bed for Resident Use -Award-Winning Residence Life Program Monthly Activities i | -Walking Distance from UVU ? •On Bus Route tfft/U and BYU w -Private and Shared Rooms Available RATES STARTING AT $250 rates are subject to change Come and be a part of the premier student housing community at Utah Valley University! Spots for fall are filling up fast. Bring this ad in on a tour to receive a FREE UVU T-SHIRT 1111S. 1350 W. Orem, UT 84058 801.431.0000 wolverinecrossing.com :f IV |