March 18, 2025
The University of Montana Western’s Theatre Program and the Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series are excited to present “Jasper in Deadland” from April 16 to May 2.
Jasper is lost in the living world. When you’re failing classes, kicked off the swim team, and your family is on the skids, life can feel like it’s going to hell. Yet, in all the disappointment, Jasper has her best friend, Agnes. In one night of teenage passion, Jasper and Agnes consummate a years-long friendship. But in the morning Agnes is gone, telling Jasper to meet her at their cliff. When she arrives there’s no sign of her best friend, only a swirling vortex to another world in the water below. Jasper dives into Deadland.
“Jasper in Deadland” features a thrilling pop-rock score by Ryan Scott Oliver, a compelling book by Hunter Foster, and electrifying orchestrations by Solomon Hoffman. The production is directed by Stephen Alan Seder, assistant directed by Christina Scruggs, choreographed by Megan Chilson, and features elaborate and stunning design work by Adryan Miller-Gorder and Kendall Skoog.
Performances will take place in UMW’s Beier Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from April 16 to May 2.
To purchase tickets, please visit the BOC Performing Arts Series Box Office webpage (www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/box-office/). Tickets are $16 for general admission, $12 for seniors (65+), youth (18 & under), and military, $10 for UMW faculty/staff, and free for UMW students with a student ID. This show has been assigned a PG-13 rating for its mature themes and strong language.
JASPER IN DEADLAND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals (www.concordtheatricals.com).
For more information on the BOC series, visit www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/.
