CANCELED – “Some Enchanted Evening” Millikin School of Theatre & Dance
Unfortunately, this event has been canceled. In an effort to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Allerton has adopted policies laid out by the University of Illinois, including canceling events. At this time, there is no alternative date. If you have already registered, watch your email for information about a refund.
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Experience the wit and wisdom of Oscar Hammerstein’s lyrics buoyantly soaring above the unique melodies of Richard Rodgers. This first-rate revue captures moments from musicals that could only have been created by this famous duo, including Oklahoma!, South Pacific, Carousel, and The Sound of Music. Millikin’s School of Theatre & Dance takes you on a journey through these captivating performances in the mesmerizing Allerton Mansion.
You will have two opportunities to enjoy this performance. Join us during the Matinee from 1pm-4pm or for Dinner from 6pm-9pm.
Matinee: $25/person
Dinner: $50/person
MENUS:
Matinee:
Fresh tomato & basil bruschetta and mini quiches
Water, hot tea, coffee, iced tea
Dinner
Caesar salad
Baked salmon with lemon and butter & chicken marsala
Garlic and herb mashed potatoes
Roasted root vegetables & sweet peas with mushrooms
Chocolate turtle brownies
Rolls with butter
Coffee, tea, water
Make a night of it! Lodging is available on Saturday night for $90/night. Please call the front desk at 217-333-3287 to make your reservation.
About Millikin:
The School of Theatre & Dance is a nationally recognized program, offering conservatory style training rooted in a liberal arts education. Their approach to education, known as Performance Learning, offers a comprehensive integration of theory and practice with the added component of collaboration with third-party stakeholders.
With only 1800 undergraduate students, Millikin’s intimate setting allows them to focus on working together as a community of artists from a variety of disciplines who are equally essential to the process of creating theatre. Student-artists will have a revolutionary home dedicated to Performance Learning as the Center for Theatre & Dance opens its doors in Fall 2020.
