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Winter One Act Festival 2026

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Faculty Advisor: Jeffrey Bracco

Fess Parker Studio Theatre

February 14-15, 2026

Spend an afternoon immersed in captivating and creative one-act plays, directed by our exceptional students! Through imaginative storytelling, engaging characters and fascinating places, these theatrical gems will take you on a journey full of new possibilities and diverse perspectives.

Directed by Audrey Thomson

TAKE FIVE
By Westley Pederson

Westley Pederson’s Take Five pays homage to the lovable chaos that is live theatre. The chaos is part of what draws us into the theatre; nothing holds the same delight as living in the moment with the performers. Every live performance has its surprises… and the cast, crew, and audition of this performance might get a few more surprises than they bargained for.

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois

Directed by Christian Barnard

IMPROMPTU
By Tad Mosel

What is life if not a collection of improvisations? Come watch our eclectic improv troupe try to put on a show with no plan, little guidance, and explicit rules from the stage manager barring them from leaving until you’re thoroughly entertained. Tad Mosel’s meta-theatrical Impromptu delves into what it means to be authentic in theater and what it means to wear the masks of Melpomene and Thalia.

IMPROMPTU is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)

Content Advisory: Please be advised that these plays may deal with mature themes and may contain mature language and imagery. Recommended for ages 12+.