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Beginning Thursday, the Notre Dame Department of Film, Television and Theatre will perform Rebecca Gilman's "Boy Gets Girl," originally produced by Chicago's Goodman
Theatre. The play, which follows the life of Theresa, a successful reporter in a big city, quickly spread around the world because of its modern take on dating and romantic pursuit. Theresa
is set up on a blind date with Tony, who seems nice enough but eventually becomes persistent and creepy, even after the two don't hit it off. Left with the dilemma of how to escape his
ever-present shadow, Theresa is faced with the possibility of losing everything dear to her: her home, her job and even her identity. "Boy Gets Girl" is sure to become a classic
for identifying women's issues and portraying dating in the 21st century. The play is an earnest exploration into the effects of stalking and the helplessness felt by the victims.
According to the department's Outreach Specialist Chris Sopczynski, the play has already gained attention in the South Bend community. "There has been a very strong interest by
both on and off campus organizations who address women and violence," Sopczynski said Siiri Scott, who previously directed shows such as "Big Love" for FTT, helms this
production. CREW Director: Siiri Scott Producer/Lighting Design: Kevin Dreyer Stage Manager: Jennifer Sowinski Set Design: Marcus Stephens Costume Design: Richard E. Donnelly Technical
Direction: C. Kenneth Cole CAST Theresa Bedell: Kim Gaughan Tony: Chris Stare Howard Siegel: Kevin Argus Mercer Stevens: Chris Silvestri Harriet: Sloan Thacker Det. Madeline Beck: Lucy
Lavely Les Kennkat: Brian Davenport ON CAMPUS WHAT: "BOY GETS GIRL" BY REBECCA GILMAN Where: Philbin Theater at the Debartolo Performing Arts Center When: Nov. 11, 12, 14, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20 at 10 p.m. and Nov. 14 and 21 at 2:30 p.m. How much: $10 for students, $12 for faculty and staff, $15 for everyone else Learn more: Call (574) 631-2800 or visit
performingarts.nd.edu