ROCK ISLAND, IL (03/14/2016)-- This year's Play Production class will stage the drama "Gross Indecency." With text taken directly from the court transcripts of 19th century author, playwright and poet, Oscar Wilde, this thought provoking play will inspire discussion long after the curtain falls. The production is the student-directed culmination of the class and showcases the talents of over 15 students, including Daniel Williams of Milan, IL.
Performances will take place on March 18-20 in Bergendoff Hall's Black Box Theatre. Tickets are available at www.augustana.edu/tickets.
Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 161 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States.