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35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION by Dare to Defy

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Dare to Defy Productions will present 35MM: A Musical Expedition on September 30th and October 7th at 8 p.m. and October 1st and October 8th at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Mathile Black Box Theatre in the Schuster Center.

"A picture is worth 1,000 words - what about a song? Can a picture inspire a song or fifteen? In "35MM," each photo creates a unique song, moments frozen in time; a glimmer of a life unfolding, a glimpse of something happening. A stunning new multimedia musical which explores a groundbreaking new concept in musical theatre. This intricately woven collection of stories told through song re-imagines what the modern American musical can be."

35MM was written by Ryan Scott Oliver inspired by Matthew Murphy's photos. We are excited to bring this thrilling and innovative collision of artistic mediums to the Mathile!

The talented cast includes Alan Ruddy, Danielle Kubasky, Natalie Sanders, Skyler McNeely and Zach King. The creative team includes direction by A.J. Breslin, music direction by David McKibben and stage management by Mackensie King.

Tickets are available at the Ticket Center Stage Box Office located in the Schuster Center, by calling (937) 228-3630 or by clicking here. Senior, military and student discounts available at the box office.

Running time: 80 minutes, recommended for ages 13 and up, the show contains profanity.

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