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SAU Theatre presents Baptist
Nov. 5, 2008

SAU Theatre presents the premiere of Baptist, a post-modern mystery musical play about the life of John the Baptist, Nov. 13, 14, and 15, in White Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.

Written by Jim Leach with a musical score by Kent Brugger, this play received the playwriting first prize award by Christians in Theatre Arts in 1997, but has never been produced on stage.

Baptist borrows heavily from the medieval mystery play genre, a form where centuries ago our forebears would put on a play based upon a Bible story. Everyone in the audience knows the basics of the John the Baptist story—Herod, Herodias, Salome' and the rest. But, just like the medieval mystery play format, the playwright asks a question of the text and pushes it a bit. In Baptist, Leach invites us to wonder about John's relationship with our Lord Jesus.

"This production is not a sermon. It's not even liturgical drama. It's just art—serious art— made by Christians who take the Bible seriously... and who also take their imaginations seriously as ways of exploring the wonders of God's revelation in creation and in scripture," said Leach. 

The cast includes students Britain Willcock as Herod; Justin Cloyd as Baptist; Brianna Woodside as Herodias; Amanda Robbins as Salomé; David Blackburn and Kelly Ashton as Judas (Heckler); Stephen Clark as the Christ; Kyle Rehnlund as Guard One; Andrew Rohly as Disciple One; Matt Boivin as Guard Two; Jacob Cook as Disciple Two (James); Eric Joseph as River/Spirit One; and Makenna Devaux as River/Spirit Two.

Tickets for SAU students and staff are $5; general admission tickets are $8. Call 517.750.6500 to reserve your ticket.


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Jazz Band Concert
Chapel featuring Larry Champoux
November 2, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Larry Champoux, Ann Arbor city director, will serve as the featured speaker.

Chapel featuring Karen Covell
November 4, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Karen Covell, director of Hollywood Prayer Network, will be the featured speaker.

University & Community Band Concert
November 9, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Location: White Auditorium

Come listen to musicians from SAU and the surrounding community combine their talents and perform some memorable musical pieces. Open to the public.

Chapel with Jim Mindling
November 11, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Jim Mindling, senior pastor at Church of the Open Door, will serve as the featured speaker.

Four Hand Recital
November 12, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Location: White Auditorium

Four Hand Recital

Chapel featuring James Sudeth
November 13, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

James Sudeth, pastor at City of Zion Ministries in Jackson, will serve as the featured speaker.

Chapel featuring Rick Massingill
November 16, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Rick Massingill, pastor at North Monroe Street Church of God in Monroe, will be the featured speaker.

String Ensemble Concert
November 17, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Location: White Auditorium

String Ensemble Concert

Chapel featuring Trent Bushnell
November 18, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Trent Bushnell, executive director of Lansing Area Youth for Christ, will be the featured speaker.

November Prop Shop Worship
November 18, 2009, 9:30 p.m.
Location: SAFMC Chapel

A monthly gathering of worship arts students, friends and interested guests, this student-led practicum experience explores a wide variety of post-modern worship models centered on the ancient Christian format of word and table.

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November 19 - 21, 2009
Location: TBA

Join us for this annual Thanksgiving tradition

Heath/Nichols/Parrish Recital
November 19, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Location: White Auditorium

Heath/Nichols/Parrish Recital

Jazz Band Concert
November 20, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Location: White Auditorium

Under the direction of Shawn Teichmer, the Jazz Band of Spring Arbor University along with guest artists and featured soloists will present a showcase of cabaret style selections for your listening pleasure.

Fall Commencements
November 21, 2009
Location: Main Campus

Fall Commencements will take place on Nov. 21, 2009. Stay tuned to www.arbor.edu for details.

Harter Piano Studio Concert
November 21, 2009, 11 a.m.
Location: White Auditorium

Harter Piano Studio Concert

Praise and Worship Concert
November 22, 2009, 6 p.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Featuring the SAU Concert Choir, Chamber Singers and the SAFMC Sanctuary Choir join together to perform beloved sacred choral works for this joyous celebration of music that lifts the spirit.

Chapel featuring Ken Medema
November 23, 2009, 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church

Ken Medema of International Piano Ministry and Brier Patch Music will be the featured speaker.

Thanksgiving Break
November 25 - 30, 2009
Location: Main Campus

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, classes will not be held Wednesday, Nov. 25, through Sunday, Nov. 29. Campus offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26, through Sunday, Nov. 30.

Regular class and office hours will resume on Monday, Nov. 30.