The Merchant of Venice (theater production), 2002
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Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "The Merchant of Venice." In this image multiple cast members perform on stage. In the center two children bow and curtsy to one another, and the adults behind them supervise the interaction. On the left, a boy and a man, both dressed as Jews with kippahs and yellow badges on their shirts. On the right, a girl and two women, one with a basket over her arm. The ensemble cast in the background are staged performing various interactions in the street. The set is designed with a staircase and multiple balconies and made to look like carved stone. All the actors wear renaissance style costumes.
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Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "The Merchant of Venice." In this image a man in a turban and a dazzling, middle eastern inspired costume poses dramatically with his arms raised. Beside him a young girl, also in a sparkling costume, holds out a glittery pillow upon which rests a golden object. The set is dressed with semi-sheer curtains and a wooden door with red letters painted on it.
Mother Courage (theater production), 2002
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a woman in pale makeup with bright red lips and rouged cheeks comforts a read coated solder who appears to be crying. The soldier wears a comical mask of an old man's face.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a man kneels and sweetly kisses the forehead of a woman. They both wear somewhat ragged 17th century inspired costumes. Behind them is an old rusty cart and a stone column.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a ragged woman sits on the ground with her legs spread out, and holds out a pair of red leather heeled boots with fur trim in front of her. She is making a comical expression. The set behind her includes a rusty old cart and the base of a stone column.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a woman in a gaudy gown and opera mask is sitting on stage. Behind her two women in rags are straining to pull an old rusted cart. They look at her with resentment. In the background two musicians with their drum set and other percussive instruments can be seen in the background in the shadows.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image two soldiers in 17th century inspired costumes and comical masks stand together in front of one of Stone Henge's archways, behind which is piled old discarded appliances and other trash, with a black tarp as the backdrop.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a crowd of ragged people and two soldiers wearing comical masks listen to a monologue from a woman in center stage. She holds an empty dish in one hand and with the other makes a wide, sweeping gesture. Behind her is a large, rusted cart. On it stands a young woman. To the left the solders stand with a spear and gun. To the right two young men stand together. All the performers' costumes are inspired by the 17th century. The set behind is made with tall stone columns, behind which is piled old discarded appliances and other trash, with a black tarp as the backdrop.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image two red coated soldiers in comical masks interrogate a ragged young man. On the right a woman watches the scene and seems both scared and angry. She holds a wooden chalice. The costumes are 17th century inspired. In the foreground a platform made of wooden planks is resting on two empty wheels. In the background is old discarded trash, including multiple television sets, and large stone pillars. The musicians, their drum set, and other percussive instruments, though on stage, are divided from the actors by a mess of barbed wire.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image three masked soldiers stand over a young man prone on the ground. Another man, wearing pale makeup, kneels beside him. On the right a pale, ragged man observes the group. Behind them the set includes a rusted cart, stone pillars, and empty oil barrels and other trash. The costumes are from a mixture of historical periods.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this image a woman with blood on her hands is collapsing into a chair. She is supported by another concerned woman. Behind them a drummer looks on with concern. All wear ragged, 17th century inspired clothing. In the foreground sits a basket with various rags.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2002 production of "Mother Courage." In this wide shot multiple cast members are posed on stage. The set is dressed like stone henge, and most of the actors are wearing masks. On the left, a man in a trench coat is standing over a blood-stained body. In the background two musicians and are onstage with multiple percussive instruments.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." This image is of the fantastic creatures of the island. Their costumes follow a soft white neutral color scheme and many are wearing skull-like makeup.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image a old man in a wheel chair gestures with his cigar at a young man standing beside him. The young man, who is dressed as a soldier with a sword tucked into his belt, appears confused. The set behind them features benches and a stepladder.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image a man in ragged clothing squats and spreads out his cloak. Behind him two men in more modern clothing crouch down.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image a sorcerer sits and consults with a fantastic creature who kneels beside him.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image a couple dressed in early 20th century costumes sit on the ground and watch as a group of fantastical creatures, directed by a sorcerer standing on the right, give a performance. A man in a white and gold toga stands with arms raised in the center of the stage. To his left and right, two performers hang off of two ladders, their long white dresses flowing down to the ground. In the background the rest of the fantastic creatures sit in a circle and watch.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." This is an image of the full cast, in costume, and the crew posing together for a group portrait on stage.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image a man in sorcerer's robes holds a large staff and reads from a long piece of white fabric with writing on it.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "The Tempest." In this image three silver clad woman sit on the stage and offer clusters of grapes to a man, who holds out his hand towards them. Behind him several figures are watching, including one in a wheelchair. Besides the three silver women, all are dressed in early 20th century costumes.
Angels in America (theater production), 2001
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "Angels in America." In this image an angelic figure has broken through the set. The two ornate panels that once made up the back wall are split apart. Behind the angel heavenly light filters through white smoke. She holds out her arms parallel to her wings. In front of her a man sits up in bed looking confused. Beside him is an IV pole.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "Angels in America." In this image an actor in drag gazes at their reflection in a handheld mirror. They are wearing a floral dressing gown and pink turban. In the background a large crest made of an eagle, whose chest is a shield bearing the American flag and whose wings are the tablets of the ten commandments, is lit from behind.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "Angels in America." In this image two men rest on a sofa. One, dressed in pajamas, is lying with his head resting in his partner's lap. The other looks down at him and cradles him tenderly.
Color photograph of Grand Valley's 2001 production of "Angels in America." In this image an actor dressed as Jewish man and wearing a prayer shawl stands beside a wooden cabinet. The set in the background is dressed as an ornate façade.