Ouachita Opera Theatre to present “Resurrection History: The History of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ” Oct. 31-Nov. 3
October 22, 2019
- Madison CresswellOuachita Baptist University Opera Theatre will present Heinrich Schutz’s Auferstehungshistorie: Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi Oct. 31-Nov. 3. Shows will run Thursday, Oct. 31, through Saturday, Nov. 2, at 7:30
p.m. with a matinee performance on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital
Hall in Mabee Fine Arts Center.
Auferstehungshistorie: Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi translates Resurrection History: The History of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The opera shares the biblical story of the resurrection and accounts of the events
that followed, such as Jesus appearing to Mary Magdalene and the women at the tomb,
his appearances on the road to Emmaus and the reaction of the counsel of the chief
priests after hearing of Jesus’ empty tomb.
The costuming, scenery and baroque religious music will reflect how the opera was
originally seen in 1623.
“This show is designed to show a different perspective on the story of the resurrection
of Jesus Christ and the days after the resurrection occurred,” said Logan Dooley,
a senior musical theatre major from Texarkana, Texas, who plays Jesus. “Vocally, the
whole show is beautiful, and there are many amazing musical moments that I certainly
have enjoyed performing.”
For the first time in many years, the opera will be produced in Ouachita’s McBeth
Recital Hall rather than Jones Performing Arts Center.
“We made this decision to ensure the music and voices are presented in the best possible
space for optimal performance without amplification,” said John Alec Briggs, lecturer
of music and co-director of the opera.
The cast also will be accompanied by the Ouachita Singers, who will serve as the chorus
for the production.
“Even if you don't listen to Baroque music frequently or don't speak German, you will
be reminded through this opera of God's glory, and the fact that we've been worshiping
Him for millennia,” said Hannah Anderson, a junior musical theatre major from Austin,
Texas, who plays one of Jesus’ disciples. “We as humans may change – in our fashion,
in our music, in our language – but He does not.”
Tickets for the opera are $12 each and can be purchased online at www.obu.edu/boxoffice or from the Ouachita Box Office weekdays from 1-5 p.m. For more information, contact
the box office during business hours at (870) 245-5555.
Cast and Crew:
Jesus
Logan Dooley, a senior musical theatre major from Texarkana, Texas
The three women at the tomb
Paige Bagley, a senior choral music education major from White Oak, Texas
Clara Taylor, a sophomore choral music education major from White Hall, Ark.
Keren Fernandez, a sophomore vocal performance major from San Pedro Sula, Honduras
The two angels
Stuart Sowerbutts, a junior music industry major from Hot Springs, Ark.
Jacob Cates, a sophomore worship arts major from Porter, Texas
The young man in the sepulcher
Karlee Sanders, a sophomore choral music education major from Caraway, Ark.
Clara Taylor, a sophomore choral music education major from White Hall, Ark.
Mary Magdalene
Elizabeth Ring, a junior musical theatre major from Cabot, Ark.
Melodie Dubose, a junior musical theatre major from Minden, La.
The Chief Priests
Jacob Cates, a sophomore worship arts major from Porter, Texas
Carlin Campbell, a junior musical theatre major from Rose Hill, Kan.
Payton Hickman, a sophomore musical theatre major from Siloam Springs, Ark.
Cleopas
Bonnie Gentry, a senior musical theatre major from Arlington, Texas
The Other Disciple
Hannah Anderson, a junior musical theatre major from Austin, Texas
Music Director: Joshua Brown, instructor of music and director of choral activities
Director: John Alec Briggs, lecturer in music
Set Designer: John Alec Briggs, lecturer in music
Stage Manager: Amy Jackson, a sophomore musical theatre major from Cypress, Texas
Costume Designer: Hannah Anderson, a junior musical theatre major from Austin, Texas
Accompanist: Susan Monroe, staff accompanist
French Horn: Holli Barger, a junior instrumental music education major from Carrollton, Texas
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