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FASS 2012 - Daily Bulletin review

This review appeared in the February 1, 2012 issue of the Daily Bulletin.

FASS celebrates 50 years

Brandon Sweet, Editor

The university's amateur theatre company, FASS (Faculty, Alumni, Staff and Students) has been making the campus laugh ever since the first show all the way back in March of 1963, and this year's installment — FASS: The Neverending Story — is taking on special significance as the troupe celebrates 50 performances.

Over the years, the show has evolved from a group of disconnected skits into a night of musical comedy. Each year's show is written, produced, and performed by members of the university community. Every show is themed and features parodies of popular music performed by a full stage band.

The organization takes pride in its inclusivity. "Indeed, it is written into our constitution that anyone who auditions will receive a part in the show," writes FASS 2012 producer Colleen Colbeck. "In FASS we work to build a sense of acceptance and community among our members from the technical crew, to actors, to band members, to the Production Team."

"In celebration of our 50th year, FASS is performing an irreverent re-telling of it's own history, mostly made up, that nevertheless catches the true spirit of the company," Colbeck continues. "The message is delivered in classic FASS style with jokes about life at UW, life in general, and just about everything else!"

FASS: The Neverending Story is being performed at the Humanities Theatre. Showtimes are Thursday, February 2 at 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 3 at 6:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., and Saturday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased over the phone at (519) 888 - 4908, online, or at the door.

Colbeck concludes with a word of caution: "In keeping with FASS tradition, the Friday Late show is designated for audience participation, and is not for the faint of heart! This is a night when previous FASS members, or people who have been coming to see FASS for years can come and participate in the show by making jokes throughout the play, and trying to get the actors to break character."