HILLSBORO, Kan. – Tabor College Homecoming features traditional and new events including the theater production “The Comedy of Errors” by William Shakespeare.
Tabor’s production joins theater groups around the world in commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death by performing his works.
“Our cast and crew have enjoyed working on this show,” Molly Wiebe who plays one of the Dromio twins said. “We are always happy to see audiences enjoying our shows, but this is particularly special because we’re part of something happening in other countries and other cultures.”
There is plenty to laugh about in this tale of mistaken identities, and the actors have applied their own senses of humor to the creative process. The show is a hilarious story of two sets of twins accidentally and unknowingly separated at birth. Two of the twins visit the others’ hometown and are repeatedly confused for their identical brothers. The visit causes a series of mishaps and false accusations throughout.
“The Comedy of Errors” runs Oct. 19 through Oct. 22 for audiences of six and up. All performances will be held in the Tabor Chapel.
The Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies is supporting the Shakespeare anniversary as well through its “Displays of Yesterdays” exhibit. Photographs, mementos, quilts and programs of Tabor classes will be on display at the CMBS Heritage Alcove and in the library.
“The centerpiece of the CMBS exhibit is a portrait of Shakespeare done by A.R. Ebel done in honor of former student James Franz,” Peggy Goertzen director of CMBS said. “In support of the anniversary and Homecoming play the exhibit includes past Shakespeare plays that have been performed at Tabor and their directors.”
The history department will debut its exhibit “Program of Perseverance: Tabor College Football” at the Historic Church on Friday, Oct. 21. The exhibit was the brainchild of students and the project was led by Jessica Klanderud, assistant professor of history. Artifacts include the football that was used to score the first Tabor College touchdown, photographs of teams and individual players and a video interview with previous coaches and players.
Tabor College will play Friends University in the match up on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Tabor is currently ranked No. 12 in the NAIA and looks to advance their position with a win over the Falcons.
Women’s and men’s soccer teams will face off against Bethel College at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. respectively. Between the athletic events alumni are encouraged to enjoy a free pulled pork meal at just outside the baseball program’s new practice facility, Penner Clubhouse.
The well-loved, traditions of Homecoming have their place this year too.
“The Festival Dinner features ventriloquist Greg Claassen who is a crowd favorite,” Rod Hamm director of alumni said. “We are also excited to share performances from music faculty and students as well as present alumni awards during the program.”
The traditional Dutch Lunch, Golden Brunch, Kids Zone, Druber’s Donut Shop run are all part of the weekend. Corrissa (Bartel g’12) Mangus will give a talk on her experience as a zookeeper at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Neb. Tabor students display their work at the Art & Design show Friday and Saturday. The music department invites audiences of all ages to its very popular Music Fest on Saturday.
“We’ve packed a lot into the weekend and we’ve including activities for alumni of all ages and stages of life,” Hamm said. “Our hope is always to provide a fun environment for recalling good times and making new memories.”
Tickets for the play and general event registration can be purchased online at tabor.edu/homecoming.