April 15, 2007

A backstage look at Wayne State University's Hilberry Theatre

An extensive feature story focuses on Wayne State University's Hilberry Theatre - its history, development, people behind the scenes and a listing of the current season's offerings. Included in the article are comments by Eric Messing, publicist for the Hilberry Repertory Theatre Company, director of marketing for WSU theatres and third-year theatre manager; third-year actor Christopher Bohan; second-year actor Morgan Chard; third-year stage manager Candace Hemphill; second-year costume designer Christina Tomlinson; and scenic designer Brad Darvas. Photos of current staff members and former Director of WSU Theatres from 1945-1985, Leonard Leone, are included. Under Leone's leadership, the Wayne State Theatre restored and reopened the historic Bonstelle Theatre, created the Hilberry Theatre and established the nation's first and only existing graduate repertory company.

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