LAS VEGAS PERFORMANCES at UNiversity of Nevada Las Vegas ARTWALK
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 AT 6PM AND 8PM
HAM FINE ARTS DANCE STUDIO ONE
HFA 111
Nine characters find themselves in an art gallery in front of an empty pedestal. Is it the greatest work in the history of art? Or nothing at all? A comedic, devised romp by the five-star CFACoLab.
MEET THE CHARACTERS!
aka TREPLEV
(GREEN---Carries a Stuffed Seagull)
From The Seagull by Chekhov, Treplev is a pessimist. He 's a nerdy character who finds himself in the wrong play. He longs to write his first play and is anxious and vulnerable about its reception. He has always been unlucky in love.
aka SCARLET
(RED---Carries Old Maps and a Compass)
Scarlet is a tour guide, and she is often lost, or as she calls it in geographical flux. Even lost, she is often the one who is least lost in ideas. She has monologues that relate to where she is and pathways to get to where she is going.
aka Nina
(BRIGHT PINK---Carries a Pink Selfie Stick )
The Influencer (Nina) has thousands of followers and spends her day documenting every moment of her life in selfies. She is innocent yet practical, and genuinely excited about everything she encounters.
AKA THE Art Theif
(PURPLE---Carries a Large Purple Sack)
The Borrower is a stealthy, slinky, spy-like, taker of things. She wears a purple mask to disguise her identity. A constant tip-toer, she wonders what work of art she should steal from the gallery.
AKA Peddy
(ORANGE---Carries a Small White Pedestal)
Peddy is a pedestal salesperson and is obsessed with all things pedestal. She is a walking Ted-Talk about pedestals and lectures anyone who will listen on the history and the architecture of the pedestal. Peddy is prim and proper.
AKA THE ARTIST
(YELLOW---Carries a Yellow Paintbrush and a Small Bust of the Statue of David painted Klein Blue)
The Artist is an art student, a loner , a misfit. Sometimes an extrovert and sometimes an introvert, a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde. She desires to make a great work of art and loves Vincent Van Gogh.
AKA THE AI PROFESSOR
He is a professor and he is a computer.
The Musicians are discovered in the space waiting for an event. They create the sound for the world of the show. Sometimes they talk. Sometimes they dance.
CFACoLab
College of Fine Arts, University of Nevada Las Vegas
The CFACoLab is a performance group of actors, dancers, composers, visual artists, and designers from the University of Nevada Las Vegas College of Fine Arts. The award winning five-star group begins with a single idea or image and devises the world of a show exploring aspects of art and design, through the various arts disciplines. CFACoLab has presented works in Scotland, England, Korea, Japan, and Australia.
Special thanks to Stephanie Vondrak who's generosity made this project possible, Nancy Uscher - Dean of the College of Fine Arts at UNLV, Michael Lugering our acting, voice and movement coach, and Tammy Willis who organized our travel to Scotland.
Visit our CFACoLab website: www.unlv.edu/finearts/cfacolab
About the CFACoLab Buttons.
If you received one of the CFACoLab Buttons for this show, they reveal something about your character:
The Seagull: You are a dreamer and visionary. You are cooler than words can describe. You soar high and free, and while some might think you are ordinary, you see deeply into the sequence of life's events. Creative Color: GREEN or GULL GREY. Kindred Character: TREPLEV and the SEAGULLS.
The Influencer (Figure with Selfie Stick): You are a leader, you are ahead of the curve, and you shape the world around you. The world looks to you for what's next and others follow. Creative Color: PINK. Kindred Character: NINA, THE INFLUENCER.
The Paintbrush (The Artist): You paint a beautiful world with all the colors that surround you. You are bold and endlessly creative. Creative Color: YELLOW. Kindred Character: THE ARTIST.
The Borrower (Burglar): You create your own rules in life. While others work and follow you make your own way. You are stealthy and tip-toe from all complications. Creative Color: PURPLE. Kindred Character: THE BORROWER.
Peddy Pedestal: You are a lover, and you find love in unexpected places. You are refined, put together, and a sage on the stage. When you let your hair down.....look out. Creative Color: ORANGE. Kindred Character: PEDDY PEDESTAL.
The AI Professor (Head on an Ipad on a stand): You are a wise professor of the world. You draw from all that is around you and create a new reality. You can reinvent yourself. When you speak, others listen. Creative Color: BLUE (LIGHT). Kindred Character: THE AI PROFESSOR.
The Compass: You take your own route and while some might think you are lost, you know that you never get anywhere new unless you travel into unknown territory. Creative Color: RED. Kindred Character: SCARLET THE LOST TOUR GUIDE.
The Cell Phone: You are connected to all that is around you and all of the world. With the click of a few buttons you are able to see and encounter vast resources and deep knowledge. Most feel lost when you are not around. Creative Color: PINK OR BLUE (LIGHT). Kindred Characters: THE INFLUENCER AND THE AI PROFESSOR.
The Musicians (The Music): Your life creates a beautiful and rich musical score. You dance to the beat of your own drum and you create your own rhythm. Others dance, listen, and follow your lead. Creative Color: BLACK AND WHITE. Kindred Character: MUSICIAN 1 AND MUSICIAN 2.
The Column (The Pedestal): You are a great support for all those around you. You can be classical or modern, decorative or functional. The world changed when you arrived. Creative Color: WHITE. Kindred Character: THE PEDESTAL.
The Banana: You are a comedian, a prankster, and the boldest fruit in the bunch. If we taped you to a wall, the world would call you a work of art. Creative Color: BANANA YELLOW. Kindred Character: THE REAL BANANA.
Vincent Van Gogh Portrait: You are a dreamer, and you see yourself clearly. It is only a matter of time before the world finds you priceless. Creative Color: SUNFLOWER YELLOW. Kindred Character: VINCENT THE PUPPET.
Van Gogh's Starry Night: You are magical, deep, and mysterious. You see magic in the most ordinary places. Your star shines and burns bright, lighting the way for others. Creative Color: COBALT BLUE AND YELLOW SWIRLS. Kindred Character: THE LEGO STARRY NIGHT.
Vincent's Left Ear: You are special and unique. Things might not happen in the way you always want, but eventually the world finds all that you do extraordinary. Creative Color: FLESH. Kindred Character: VINCENT THE PUPPET.
The Great Wave: You are a force of nature. Your waters can be still, or they can be stormy, powerful, mysterious, and deep. You have to be careful not to overwhelm and drown those around you with your boundless energy. Creative Color: PEDESTAL WHITE. Kindred Location: THE ART GALLERY.
Andy Warhol's Brillo Box: You are different and impactful. With a smile and whimsy, you challenge what is ordinarily seen and you redefine all the definitions. Sometimes it takes the world a moment to realize how priceless you are. Creative Color: PEDESTAL WHITE. Kindred Location: THE ART GALLERY.
The Greenside Button: You create space and place others in the spotlight. You make a way for life and art to happen. You enjoy a fun, creative, and collaborative environment. People flock to all that you do and present. Creative Color: GREENSIDE GREEN. Kindred Character: THE GREENSIDE VENUE
Fringe Button: You are a festival. You are a crucible of creativity. You are an endless array of performances. Creative Color: FRINGE PINK. Kindred Location: THE ROYAL MILE.
The Edinburgh Castle: You are solid, and a fortress of support for all those around you. You tower over all that surrounds you, and you protect those you hold dear. Creative Color: COBBLESTONE GREY. Kindred Location: THE EDINBURGH CASTLE.
Map of Edinburgh: You are a city of wonders. You have endless festive energy. All who encounter you fall in love with your charm. Creative Color: RED. Kindred Character: SCARLET THE LOST TOUR GUIDE.
Map of Scotland: You are a magical place with a deep and rich history. Even on the coldest and dreariest of days, you are filled with light, love and warmth. Creative Color: HIGHLAND GREEN. Kindred Land: SCOTLAND.
Nessie (Scotland) Button: You are a mystery. The world tries to figure you out, but you keep the world guessing. You are illusive, timeless, and powerful. Creative Color: DARK GREEN. Kindred Character: NESSIE OF LOCH NESS..
The Single QR Code: You lead the way. One only has to look at you and we are supplied with a vast amount of knowledge, wisdom, and guidance. You are your own unique language. Creative Color: BLUE (LIGHT) Kindred Character: THE AI PROFESSOR.
The CFACoLab Button: You bring people together, focus talent, and bring magic into the world. Your art and life defies definition and classification. You create a space for all to be included and all to be creative. Creative Color: RAINBOW. Kindred Character: THE CFACOLAB.
The Is it Art? Button: You are a brilliant and magical performer. You charm and delight. Most find you funny, but those who really know you see there is deep wisdom in all of your humor and cuteness. Creative Color: RAINBOW. Kindred Character: THE CFACOLAB.
UNLV appreciates the leadership and support of our Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents.
Mrs. Cathy McAdoo, Chair ⧫ Mrs. Amy J. Carvalho, Vice Chair ⧫ Mr. Joseph C. Arrascada ⧫ Mr. Patrick J. Boylan ⧫ Mr. Byron Brooks ⧫ Mrs. Carol Del Carlo ⧫ Dr. Patrick R. Carter ⧫ Dr. Mark W. Doubrava ⧫ Dr. Jason Geddes ⧫ Mr. Donald Sylvantee McMichael Sr. ⧫ Mr. John T. Moran ⧫ Ms. Laura E. Perkins ⧫ Dr. Lois Tarkanian ⧫ Mr. Robert G. Kilroy, Interim Chief of Staff to the Board of Regents