Lauren Severson stages "The Emperor's New Clothes" at UW-Whitewater

2017 Nov 2

Lauren Severson from Belleville, Wis., who is studying entrepreneurship at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is helping to stage regional performances of "The Emperor's New Clothes."

The play is a rich tale of cunning and cleverness, overflowing with classic slapstick comedy that's fun for the whole family. Six students will be a part of the performances, and three students serve in crew roles.

Severson serves as Stage Manager.

"As my inaugural production here at UW-Whitewater, I'm very happy to have the opportunity to work with such a promising group of talented students," said director Bruce Cohen, assistant professor of theatre. "The source material is timeless; the moral overweening pride and its tendency to blind us to the world around us speaks to all ages, and this adaptation infuses plenty of humor, physical comedy, and big characters that will appeal to all audiences."

The UW-Whitewater Theatre/Dance Department presented "The Emperor's New Clothes" in the Barnett Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 28, and began a week-long tour around the region with two additional performances.