Director's Statement

“You know what I’d really love? A child.” -- Nick, Expecting Isabel

A couple's attempt to conceive and then adopt a child creates a swirling storm of comically absurd yet heart-breaking episodes. This whirl of obstacles drives the couple further and further apart. Dynamics of psychological and emotional distance inspired the spatial relationships and composition. Kinetic scenic elements of sliding screens, rocking chair, plus wheeled furniture/baby carriages/children's toys supported the whirlwind action of the episodic plot. The silhouette of the stork remained constant, just as their hope for a child stood tall throughout the chaos.

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Expecting Isabel

By Lisa Loomer

Director
Janet Haley

Scenic Designer
Stephen D. Landon

Costume Designer
Seunghye Cho

Lighting Designer
Doug Mueller

University of Michigan-Flint Department of Theatre and Dance Mainstage April 4-13, 2008

Photos by Stephen D. Landon