The Optimist

Issue date: 9/5/07 Section: News

Freshman Follies is now looking for freshman stars for its show in Cullen Auditorium on Sept. 28-29. Auditions are taking place this week for students interested in participating. "We are in full swing now," said Tom Craig, Student Productions Director. "We probably have around 400 students involved. But we involved as many [people] as possible. Now, if someone does not sign up, they can still be in the show." The theme for this year's Freshman Follies, an annual event meant to show the talent of incoming students, is "UTube;" the "U" stands for "university," and the "tube" stands for "television." All acts will center around a television show theme. There are four categories involved in the show: residence hall acts, specialty acts, Dance Troupe and Large Chorus. Oriana Gonzalez, freshman financial management major from League City, is involved in her residence hall's act. "I am excited about it," she said. "It is good to [be] involved in the show and to know the people." After seeing students' talents displayed during the Welcome Week talent show, Craig said he's excited about the upcoming show. "[There were] lots of good singers, songwriters and musicians, so the show itself should be really good," Craig said. "We are excited about that." Allie Souder, freshman biology major from Arlington, is participating in Follies. "We have not started our practices yet, but I hope that we start soon," Souder said. "I have been looking forward to the production ever since I saw my brother, Sam, in it last year, and I heard about how much he and his friends enjoyed it." There is an opening spot on the production staff for freshman students who want to be a part of the behind-thescenes action. Tickets are available online at http://www/acu.edu/ events/fol l ies/index.html . Tickets cost $10, all general seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. Students interested in being involved with the show, should visit the Freshman Follies Web site or contact Tom Craig at craigt@acu.edu. E-mail Sudo at: optimist@acu.edu

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