Texas Tech School of Theatre & Dance Presents 'Doctor Love'

September 20, 2019

The production reimagines Molière’s comédie-ballet for the 21st century.

Texas Tech University's School of Theatre & Dance, housed within the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts, will present "Doctor Love" by Molière, Sept. 26-29 and Oct. 3-6, at the Black Box Theatre located at 2812 18th St. Curtain times for the production are 7:30 p.m. Thursday–Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

Molière's "Doctor Love" is a tale of deceit, imposture and love at first sight, opposing old ideas and authoritarian postures with the undeniable power of youthful passion. From one of the world's masters of comedy, a spectacular play has been devised for this unique blend of music, dance and theater to lift the spirits of energy and joy.

"'Doctor Love' is a piece of pure theatricality," Professor Emeritus Jonathan Marks said. "What we've done is boil the script down to its basic scenario, which asks the question, 'How do we cure what ails us?' From this we devised a new entertainment set in an imagined America in an imaginary century, and then set our troupe's comedic and improvisatory skills loose."

Tickets for "Doctor Love" are $15 for individuals and $5 for Texas Tech students with a valid student ID. A limited number of free tickets are available for Texas Tech students on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, visit the School of Theatre & Dance website or call (806) 742-3603.

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School of Theatre & Dance

Texas Tech School of Theatre & Dance is part of the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts. It is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and fosters the highest standards of scholarship and creative activity, providing opportunities for students and faculty to work actively in both areas. It champions training and education in a breadth of specialized programs, encourages students to cross boundaries between them, and prepares them for careers in both practice and pedagogy. By integrating theory, artistry, performance and scholarship, and striving to promote an inclusive and equitable environment, the school serves as a vital force in the cultural and intellectual life of our communities.

The university is one of two in Texas to offer all traditional degrees in theatre, and one of only three in the southwest to offer a Ph.D. in fine arts.

Students in the School of Theatre & Dance pursue a core curriculum that includes training in the areas of design, acting, directing, dance, stage management, history and playwriting.

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The J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts at Texas Tech offers a diverse array of programs and courses in art, music, theatre and dance.

The college seeks to prepare students who will be leaders in the profession by employing the highest standards in performance, teaching, research, and artistic and creative vision.

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