Jacky Arness Appears in Bethel University Production of Electra

2011 Oct 10

Jacky Arness (Fargo, ND) will be part of the chorus in the Bethel University performance of Electra this October and November. Arness is a freshman majoring in political science.

This Greek tragedy by Sophocles explores justice and revenge. The play follows Electra and her family. Electra's father has been murdered by her mother and her mother's lover, and her brother has been banished. Will this family in turmoil be able to overcome their dysfunction? Or will revenge provide justice?

What: Electra

When: 7:30 p.m., October 22-27 and November 4-5, 10-11; 2:30 p.m., October 30

Where: Bethel Theatre, Bethel University Campus, 3900 Bethel Drive, St. Paul, Minn.

Cost: $10 adults; $6 students; $8 seniors/groups (10 or more). Call 651.638.6333 or 866.424.4849 (4BGHTIX).

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 6,600 students from 48 states and 25 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minn., with additional seminary locations on both coasts, Bethel offers rigorous bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 relevant fields. Programs are taught by renowned faculty within a distinctly evangelical Christian framework, equipping women and men for culturally sensitive leadership, scholarship, and service around the world. For further information on Bethel University, go to www.bethel.edu.