MONTANA WESTERN & BANK OF COMMERCE PERFORMING ARTS SERIES PRESENT 'GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!'

August 1, 2024

The University of Montana Western's Theatre Department and Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series are excited to present "Gutenberg! The Musical!" from August 22-31, 2024.

Get ready for a hilarious evening with "Gutenberg! The Musical!" In this uproarious two-man show, aspiring playwrights Bud and Doug are on a mission to impress producers with their ambitious-and delightfully misguided-musical about Johann Gutenberg, the inventor of the printing press.

With boundless enthusiasm, they tackle every role and belt out catchy songs in their over-the-top historical spoof. Join them on this comedic journey filled with outrageous antics and unexpected twists as they strive for that coveted Broadway contract.

Don't miss your chance to laugh out loud and witness their quirky charm! Grab your tickets today and be part of this unforgettable theatrical adventure!

"Gutenberg! The Musical!" is written by Anthony King and Scott Brown, directed by Stephen Alan Seder, with music direction by Lindsey Nussbaum, and features standout performances by Hugh Butterfield and Cody Root. All cast and crew are former Virginia City Players members, a professional theatre company located in Virginia City, Montana, known for performing classic melodramas and vaudeville-style entertainment.

Shows will be held in UMW's Beier Auditorium on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday matinees at 2:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, please visit the BOC Performing Arts Series Box Office webpage (www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/box-office/). Tickets are $16 for general admission, $12 for seniors (65+), youth (18 & under), and military, $10 for UMW faculty/staff, and free for UMW students with a student ID. This show is rated PG-13 and each performance will feature a surprise cameo!

For more information on this year's BOC Performing Arts Series, visit www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/ or contact Assistant Professor of Theatre, Stephen Seder, at [email protected] or 406-683-7038.