MONTANA WESTERN AND BANK OF COMMERCE PERFORMING ART SERIES PRESENT “THE WITCHING TIME: SHADOW IMMERSIVE”

October 7, 2024

The University of Montana Western Theatre Department and the Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series are thrilled to present "The Witching Time: Shadow Immersive", an interactive experience showcasing the untold stories of nine historical figures, women who were persecuted for witchcraft, between the years of 1657 and 1693. This event will be held on November 4 and 5, 2024 in UMW's Beier Auditorium.

Enter a mesmerizing world of immersive shadow theatre, where the captivating stories of real-life witches unfold through interactive media, live performances, dance, and enchanting melodies. Spectators will explore the untold narratives of these witches through short vignettes, repeated like echoes of history laid bare. Audience members will be transported back in time to witness these stories of courage and resilience that reverberate through the ages.

Students from nine courses, including Theatre Workshop, Stagecraft, and Witches of the Atlantic World, will contribute to the design, research, and performance. The production will be directed by Stephen Seder, with historical guidance from Dr. Jessica Fowler. Art direction and technical design will be led by Nathaniel Freeman and Adryan Miller-Gorder.

The exhibit will be open for viewing at UMW's Beier Auditorium on Monday, November 4, and Tuesday, November 5, with sessions beginning at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day. Audience members will be guided through the exhibit in groups of 10, with tours starting every 7 minutes. Due to limited tickets, attendees are highly encouraged to arrive early or purchase tickets online in advance to secure a spot in one of the groups.

To purchase tickets, please visit the BOC Performing Arts Series Box Office webpage at www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/box-office. Tickets are priced at $16 for general attendees, $12 for seniors (65+), youth (18 & under), and military personnel, $10 for UMW faculty/staff, and free for UMW students with a student ID.

For more information about the BOC series, visit www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/ or contact Assistant Professor of Theatre, Stephen Seder, at [email protected].