CSUF DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE & DANCE presents
April 15 – 30, 2022 • Young Theatre
California State University, Fullerton
UNIVERSITY CREDITS Framroze Virjee, President, California State University, Fullerton Carolyn Thomas Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Ron Coley, Vice President, Administration and Finance/CFO David Forgues, Vice President, Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Amir H. Dabirian, Vice President, Information Technology Tonantzin Oseguera, Vice President, Student Affairs Gregory J. Saks, Vice President, University Advancement
C OL L E G E O F T H E AR T S Arnold Holland, Ed.D, Dean Dave Mickey, Associate Dean Maricela Alvarado, Assistant Dean Christopher Johnson, Budget Coordinator Heather Guzman, Assistant to the Deans Edward J. Fink, Ph.D, Director, School of Music Jade Jewett, Chair, Department of Visual Arts Jamie Tucker, Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance Jennifer Frias, Director, Nicholas & Lee Begovich Gallery John Spiak, Director, Grand Central Art Center - Santa Ana Lara Farhadi, Senior Director of Development Ann Steichen, Director of Development Erika Garcia, Support Group Coordinator Julie Bussell, Director, Marketing & Patron Services Stephanie Tancredi, Box Office Manager Heather Richards-Siddons Marketing & Communications Specialist Alvin Chiu, Graphic Designer Jason Pano Social Media Strategist
WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE OF THE AR TS First, I’d like to start off by saying something I have looked forward to saying for a very long time: “Welcome back!” Welcome back to live performances and in-person exhibitions; welcome back to the thrill of sitting in a darkened theatre or concert hall, waiting with palpable anticipation as performers fill the stage; and welcome back to the very personal experience of being in the presence of an artwork that moves you or challenges your expectations. We’ve missed you. While away from campus, our students continued to create, learn, rehearse, and perform – sometimes in the tiny boxes we’ve all grown accustom to viewing from home – as they prepared for the moment they would once again feel stage lights shining on them. As you can imagine, they are more than ready to perform in front of a live audience! This season, we are offering both on-campus and live streaming options for many of our Department of Theatre & Dance and School of Music performances to accommodate a variety of patrons. With enhancements to our HVAC and air filtration systems, we are also able to provide students with the full breadth of our first-rate performance facilities and numerous art galleries where they perfect their craft daily. In returning to campus, we can once again deliver the full scope of immersive academic experiences and opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration that make our college a living laboratory for the arts. Here, success is measured in lines of dialogue, sheets of music, and slabs of clay as our students, faculty, and staff work together to present concerts, exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and performances to 40,000+ visitors annually. This would not be possible without the support of our community. As a leading CSU in the arts, we are an essential part of the cultural fabric of Southern California, providing transformational experiences to our students, community, and beyond. If ensuring the arts remain at the forefront of higher education in Orange County is a passion of yours, I encourage you to support the College of the Arts at any level by donating to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence today (arts.fullerton.edu/giving). Thank you for joining us for another season of theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. Our doors are open, and we can’t wait to put on a show for you! Arnold Holland, Ed.D.
Dean, College of the Arts
DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE & DANCE
Jamie Tucker Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance Debra Noble,* Vice Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance FULL-TIME FACULTY | Theatre
FULL-TIME STAFF Department of Theatre & Dance
Acting Maria Cominis Svetlana Efremova• Eve Himmelheber John Short Jim Taulli
Administration Hilda Aboytia Technical and Production Staff Mike August, Production Manager
Design and Technical Production Scott Bolman Hyun Sook Kim* Fred Kinney JR Luker Bill Meyer Carolyn Mraz Kathryn Wilson Directing Mark Ramont•* Musical Theatre Josh Grisetti Marty Austin Lamar Theatre Studies Heather Denyer• Amanda Rose Villareal Voice and Movement Anne James David Nevell• FULL-TIME FACULTY | Dance Muriel Joyce Lisa D. Long Debra Noble* Alvin Rangel-Alvarado
Lois Bryan, Master Electrician Matt Connelly, Amanda Horak Staff Scenic Lab Foremen JR Norman Luker, Faculty Technical Director Heidi Enzlin Cole, Charge Scenic Artist Jen Frauenzimmer Business/ Production Coordinator Terri Nista, Costume Lab Manager Lori Koontz, Costume Lab Techncian Ross Jones, TV Studio Technician Jeff Lewis, Production Sound Engineer William Lemley, Audio Technician Bob West, Properties Master Brigitte Bellavoine, Jennifer Schniepp & Craig Shields, Accompanists Stephanie Tancredi Box Office Manager & Safety Coordinator Cathi Craig, Lead House Manager
*denotes program coordinator / •denotes area head
www.facebook.com/CSUFTheatre Instagram | @csuftheatre Twitter | @csuftheatre arts.fullerton.edu The Department of Theatre & Dance at California State University, Fullerton is fully and continuously accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (1974) and the National Association of Schools of Dance (1982)
Assistant Directors Casey Collaso, Damian Arteaga Stage Manager Olivia Huntley Choreographers Danielle O’Brien, Anika Whetstone, Karen Ray Nelson, Victoria Himes Lighting Designer Alecia Bennett Sound Designer Yaesol Jeong Scenic Designer Destiny Manewal
Props Designer Drea Little Technical Director Harold Kast Costume Designer Carson Julian Hair/Makeup/Tattoos Designer Jamie Gallagher Dramaturg Ronan Walsh Intimacy Coach Amanda Rose Villarreal* Fight Choreographer Michael Polak^ *Faculty/Staff ^Guest Artist
Land Acknowledgement The Department of Theatre and Dance acknowledges our presence on the traditional, ancestral and unceeded territory of the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation. We pay our respects to the Indigenous land caretakers past, present, and emerging. For more information please visit the Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe website. Resources https://native-land.ca/ • https://gabrielinotribe.org/ http://nahc.ca.gov/cp/tribal-atlas-pages/gabrielino-tongva-nation/
Cast Alec Avina.............…...............................................................................................OBERON Joe-Joe Kelly...............…..........................................................................................TITANIA Felicity Bryant..............................….............................................................................PUCK Yoni KruvI.............…..........................................................................................DEMETRIUS Catherine Holper......….........................................................................................LYSANDER Evelyn Menchaca.....................................................................................................HELENA Sarika Mande............................................................................................................HERMIA Bailey Martin...…............................................................................................NIKA BOTTOM Molly Renze...............................…............................................................................QUINCE Brizeth Lomeli.................…..........................................................................................SNUG Felix Browne.…....................................................................STARVELING (U/S LYSANDER) Noe Venegas Lamas…..............................................................................FRANCIS FLAUTA Oliver Armstrong..........................................................................SNOUT (U/S DEMETRIUS) Fallon Heaslip.…................................................................PEASEBLOSSOM (U/S HERMIA) Emma Weber.......................................................................................COBWEB (U/S PUCK) Anakarina Gallardo*…..................................................................................................MOTH Gabriel Prunty..…................................................................MUSTARDSEED (U/S BOTTOM) Jayden Leacock.….........................................................................THESEUS (U/S QUINCE) Jordan Steinberg…......................................................................HIPPOLYTA (U/S HELENA) Jacobii Leal.…...................................................................................EGEUS (U/S OBERON) Alyssa Poe.…...................................................................................PHILOSTRATE (SWING) Kylie Yamano*.............................................................................................................ASPEN Joy Lee…........................................................................................................................LILY Cossette Asenjo...................................................LAVENDER INSANE ROOT (U/S TITANIA) Alyssa O’Neal-Abend*…....................................................................WHITE ROSE (SWING) Sophie Bobadilla.…..........................................................................................CHAMOMILE Chase Carroll.…..............................................................................................VINE (SWING) Briana O’Brien…........................................................................................THISTLE (SWING) Kathryn Mercer....................................................................................................MARY BUD
*Dance Captain
Setting and Act/Scene Act 1, Scene 1 Athens. The Palace Courtyard of Theseus. Act, 1, Scene 2 Athens. Quince’s Yard. Act 2, Scene I A Wood Near Athens. Act 2, Scene 2 Another Part of the Wood. Act 3, Scene 1 The Same. *** There will be one 15-minute intermission *** Act 3, Scene 2 A Wood Near Athens. Act 4, Scene 1 The Same. Act 4, Scene 2 Athens. Quince’s Yard. Act 5, Scene 1 Athens. The Palace Courtyard of Theseus.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR TOMMY STATLER
Tommy Statler is currently studying to achieve is Master of Fine Art’s Degree at Cal StateFullerton with an emphasis in directing. He will graduate in May of 2022. Tommy graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 2009 with his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting and Directing. His directing credits include Barefoot in The Park, As You Like It, The Moors, Blood of the Land, Midsummer Night’s QUEEN, Boys’ Life, Much Ado About Nothing, Romeo and Juliet, Picasso at the Lapin Agile, and Dark Play or Stories for Boys. He has also held directing internships with Berkshire Theatre Group and Santa Cruz Shakespeare, as well as a teaching artist fellowship with Cal Shakes. Tommy also specializes as a teaching artist. While working with The Help Group, a charter school in the Los Angeles area specializing in Autism education, Tommy initiated a drama class for high school age students with curriculum focused on using acting/improv exercises and lessons to teach social skills. In 2017, The Help Group produced its first Shakespeare play, Macbeth. Director’s Note The scariest words I’ve heard in my life were, “I’m sorry but you’ll have to wait outside of the building.” I had made it a life policy of mine to give energy to things I can control, and avoid sending energy to things out of my control. Those words put me into a state of panic as suddenly I was overwhelmed with a weight from all of those out of control factors flooding me. As I sat there, I found myself coping through thoughts that turned to memories, memories that turned to dreams, and dreams that turned to one nightmare. This play is an exploration of those dreams and a confrontation with that nightmare. As you go through this play, I would encourage you relinquish your control in this world and let us show you a dream. If we offend, it is with our good will. That you should think, we come not to offend, But with good will. To show our simple skill, That is the true beginning of our end. Consider then we come but in despite. We do not come as minding to contest you, Our true intent is. All for your delight We are not here. That you should here repent you, The actors are at hand and by their show You shall know all that you are like to know.
Student Production Staff Assistant Stage Managers Caitlyn Nguyen, Noelle Miyata
Lighting Programmer Tiffany Joy May
Assistant Lighting Designer Lia Weed Assistant Technical Directors Chris Powers, Cody Baker Assistant Costume Designers Anna Kate McIntosh, Kevin Luena, Keiv Lam Assistant Hair/Makeup Designers Kieran Tierney, Hayley Rametta Scenic Artists Destiny Manewal, Luke Andruchow, Nicole Bernardini, Blythe Ryther, Cecilia Esquivel, Marcella Werre, Mohammad Nazar Saman House Manager Heather McLane, Marciela Sandoval Sound Board Op Dillon Lopez
Light Board Op Ethan Davis Costume Crew Hailey LeRoy Smith, Avery Ackerman, Kate Hall, Abigail Cox, Gavin Higa, Jack Cooper Makeup Crew Shantelle Cueva, Alex Radzanowski, Honoria Felton, Grace Miguel, Hailey Donahoe Scenic Crew Caroline Lovett, Dave Vera, Brigette Roberts, Zoe Reisman, Scarlett Price, Isabella Sawoski Production Office Assistants Madeleine Lindbeck, Abel Marquez, Collette Rutherford Box Office Staff Madison Dabalos, Maggie Frost, Sarabeth Johnson, Mesa, Josiah Sanchez
Faculty & Staff Mentors Directing Mentor Mark Ramont Stage Management Mentor Shay Garber Choreography Mentor Courtney Ozovek Lighting Mentor Scott Bolman Sound Mentor Becca Kessin Sets/Props Mentor Fred Kinney, Carolyn Mraz Technical Direction Mentor JR Norman Luker Costume/Makeup & Hair Mentor Hyun Soon Kim
Department Notes & Policies
Proceeding Safely: As of April 1, 2022, masks are optional in all indoor spaces on campus. Anyone who continues to mask may do so without fear of retaliation. CSUF’s Facilities Management division has and will continue to ensure proper ventilation in buildings, including adjusting incoming fresh air flow ranges and enhanced HVAC filters. All buildings in the College of the Arts have been upgraded from Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) 8 to either MERV 11 or MERV 13. Please keep in mind events are subject to change pending state, county, and university health and safety regulations regarding COVID-19. The College of the Arts will host events as permitted insofar as these regulations allow us to operate safely. All ticket holders will be notified promptly of any changes. Commitment to Diversity: The Department of Theatre & Dance affirms its commitment to inclusiveness in student learning and success in all areas of theatre based on merit and achievement, and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical appearance, mental or physical disability, marital status or age. Cell Phones & Electronic Devices: Cellphones and other electronic devices must be turned off prior to the start of the performance and at the beginning of the second half to minimize disruptions in the theater and ensure the enjoyment of all patrons in attendance. The video and/or audio recording of this performance by any means whatsoever is strictly prohibited, and any recordings will be asked to be deleted. Food & Drink Policy: Food and drink is not allowed in the venue, with the exception of bottled water. If you do not follow these guidelines, you may be asked to leave. *** Faculty, Staff and Guest Artists of the Department of Theatre & Dance are specialists in their respective disciplines. Within these groups, the following professional artist unions are represented: • • • • • •
SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Radio and Television Artists) SDC (Stage Directors and Choreographers Society) USA (United Scenic Artists) AEA (Actors’ Equity Association) AGMA (American Guild of Musical Artists) AGVA - American Guild of Variety Artists
The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival,™ part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David and Alice Rubenstein. Additional support is provided by The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation; the Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation; The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust; Hilton Worldwide; and Beatrice and Anthony Welters and the AnBryce Foundation. Education and related artistic programs are made possible through the generosity of the National Committee for the Performing Arts and the President’s Advisory Committee on the Arts. This production is entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The aims of this national theater education program are to identify and promote quality in college level theater production. To this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KCACTF representative, and selected students and faculty are invited to participate in KCACTF programs involving scholarships, internships, grants and awards for actors, directors, dramaturgs, playwrights, designers, stage managers and critics at both the regional and national levels. Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for invitation to the KCACTF regional festival and may also be considered for national awards recognizing outstanding achievement in production, design, direction and performance. Last year more than 1,300 productions were entered in the KCACTF involving more than 200,000 students nationwide. By entering this production, our theater department is sharing in the KCACTF goals to recognize, reward, and celebrate the exemplary work produced in college and university theaters across the nation.
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DONOR APPLAUSE
The College of the Arts extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following patrons who have supported our students and programs this past year through a generous gift of $1,000 or more to the College, the School of Music, Department of Theatre & Dance, and/or the Department of Visual Arts.**
$1,000,000 + Anonymous
Terri and Bob Niccum Douglas G. Stewart
$100,000+ Chapman University The Andy Warhol Foundation
$1,000+ Judy L. Atwell Betsy and Eric Azariah Lucina and John Brennan Janet & Allen Bridgford Irene Chinn Stephen W. Collier and Joann Driggers William S. Cornyn CEC Artslink D. Barry Schmitt Revocable Trust Susan and Richard Dolnick Lisa M. Draskovich-Long Lucetta A. Dunn Shawna and Greg Ellis Dr. Anne Fingal Evelyn K. Francuz Fullerton Families and Friends Jacquelyn Garrabrant Annette L. and Leon J. Gilbert Susan-Ellen Gilmont Dr. Mark J. Goodrich Dr. Margaret F. Gordon Theresa Harvey James L. Henriques Trevor E. Illingworth Michelle Jordan Gladys M. Kares Gwendolyn and Carlos C. Leija John M. Martelli and Paul Coluzzi Karen and George Mast Thelma and Earl Mellott Sylvia Megerdichian Mary E. Moore Patricia and Carl Miller Betty Murphy Ann and Douglas Myles Yoshino and Ujinobu Niwa Debra L. Noble L. Palin Kerry and John Phelps The Presser Foundation Deanna and Arie Passchier
$25,000+ Anonymous Lee C. Begovich Johnny Carson Foundation Leo Freedman Foundation Frank and John Olsen Frank J. and Jean Raymond Music Associates Alliance for the Performing Arts $10,000+ Art Alliance Affordable Housing Access Inc. The Blackbaud Giving Fund Marilyn D. Carlson Darryl Curran Dwight Richard Odle Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Ellen and Bill Groves Robin and Steve Kalota Eleanore and James L. Monroe Michael L. Mavrovouniotis Dr. Katherine S. Powers and Håkan O. Rosengren Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Sue and Dr. Edward A. Sullivan The Thorsen Family $5,000+ Drs. Voiza and Joseph Arnold Dr. Marc R. Dickey MaryLouise and Ed Hlavac Morningside of Fullerton Norma Morris Jill Kurti Norman Orange County Community Foundation
Sheila Pinkle Sharon and Dr. Anil K. Puri Mary and Jerry R. Reinhart Renaissance Charitable Foundation Nancy and Robert Rennie Christine Rhoades Sandra and David Rhone Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Ann and Thad Sandford D. Barry Schmitt Louise P. Shamblen Martha Shaver Ingrid R. Shutkin Lorena L. Sikorski Carol Smith Sparkman Janet L. Smith Dodo V. Standring Robert Van Sternberg Verne Wagner Dr. Sean E. Walker Debra Winters Richard Wulff YourCause, LLC
Very special care has been given to the preparation of this donor listing. Please contact Ann Steichen at (657) 278-7124 with questions or concerns. **Gifts received from July 1, 2020 through September 2021
ONTIVEROS SOCIETY The Ontiveros Society includes individuals who have provided a gift for Cal State Fullerton through their estate plan. Our deep appreciation is extended to the following Ontiveros Society members, whose gifts will benefit the students and mission of the College of the Arts: Anonymous John Alexander Lee & Dr. Nicholas A.* Begovich Gail & Michael Cochran Marc R. Dickey Joann Driggers Betty Everett Carol J. Geisbauer & John* Geisbauer Sophia & Charles Gray MaryLouise & Ed Hlavac Gretchen Kanne
Dr. Burton L. Karson Anne L. Kruzic* Loreen & John Loftus Alan A. Mannason* William J. McGarvey* Dr. Sallie Mitchell Eleanore P. & James L. Monroe Lynn & Robert Myers Dwight Richard Odle* Sherry & Dr. Gordon Paine Dr. June Pollak & Mr. George Pollak*
Steven Rochford Mary K. & William Sampson Douglas G. Stewart Andrea J. & Jeffrey E. Sward Richard J. Taylor Verne Wagner Richard Wulff Dr. James D. & Dottie Young* *deceased
The College of the Arts Proudly Recognizes the 300+ Members of Our
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT GROUPS
ART ALLIANCE: Art Alliance promotes excellence and enjoyment in the visual arts, and their fundraising efforts contribute to student scholarship, gallery exhibitions, opening receptions and sculpture acquisition on campus. Special support and event underwriting Fay Colmar John DeLoof
Joann Driggers & Steve Collier Loraine Walkington
ALLIANCE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: The Alliance for the Performing Arts (formerly MAMM) benefits performing arts students through underwriting visiting artists; special theatre, dance, and music performances; and other unique experiences for members. Special support and event underwriting Judy Atwell Drs. Voiza & Joe Arnold Ebell Club of Fullerton
Dr. Margaret Faulwell Gordon Norma Morris Richard Odle Estate
Kerry & John Phelps Jeanie Stockwell Verne Wagner
MUSIC ASSOCIATES: Music Associates maintains a tradition of active involvement and community support, and raises scholarship funds for School of Music students through annual fundraising events and membership dues. Special support and event underwriting Marilyn Carlson Evelyn K. Francuz Sandy & Norm Johnson Marti & Bill Kurschat Karen & George Mast
Thelma & Earl Mellott Bettina Murphy Grace & Ujinobu Niwa Kerry & John Phelps Mary & Jerry Reinhart
Ann & Thad Sandford Dodo V. Standring Carolyn & Tom Toby John Van Wey
MORE INFORMATION: Erika Garcia • 657-278-8683 There are many ways to support the College of the Arts, the School of Music, Department of Theatre and Dance, and Department of Visual Arts
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COMI NG SOON!
Lady Susan, a beautiful and charming recent widow described as “the most accomplished coquette in England” arrives on the doorstep of her late husband’s family, and turns their quiet country residence upside down. Soon to also join her – uninvited – are her willful daughter, an eligible suitor, her chatty confidante and a dimwitted bachelor. Sparks fly, schemes are hatched, and romance blooms in this light and breezy comedic romp.
April 15–30, 2022 • Young Theatre
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COLLEGE OF THE ARTS • SELECT EVENTS | SPRING 2022 Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble Apr. 21, 2022, 8 pm Meng Concert Hall Gianni Schicchi (Giacomo Puccini) and Buoso’s Ghost (Michael Ching) Apr. 21–24, 2022 Recital Hall CSU Fullerton Symphonic Winds Apr. 24, 3 pm Meng Concert Hall Jazz Singers Apr. 26, 2022, 8 pm Meng Concert Hall CSUF New MusicEnsemble Part of the 21st Annual New Music Festival Apr. 27, 2022, 8 pm Meng Concert Hall A Midsummer Night’s Dream Apr. 15 - 30, 2022 Young Theatre Jane Austen’s Lady Susan Apr. 29–May 14, 2022 Hallberg Theatre University Band May 4, 2022, 8 pm Meng Concert Hall Fullerton Jazz Orchestra May 6, 2022,8 pm Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony May 7, 2022, 8 pm Meng Concert Hall Spring Dance Theatre May 11–14, 2022 Little Theatre University Symphony Orchestra & Symphonic Chorus May 14, 2022, 3 pm Meng Concert Hall
For Studio Series performances, complete information, and tickets: ArtsTickets.fullerton.edu • Box Office: (657) 278-3371 • arts.fullerton.edu/calendar
B E G O V I C H G A L L E R Y | Spring 2022
ANN PHONG: RE-EVALUATING NORMAL | March 12 – May 21, 2022 For over four decades, artist Ann Phong’s paintings offered a glimpse of global challenges that reshaped her as an individual and we, as a society. Phong’s new body of work focuses on the crises amplified during the past two years of the pandemic. Rendered in vibrant hues, intense impasto textures, and embedded found objects, Phong’s large-scale paintings ruminate on memories of migration; the ongoing Covid 19 pandemic; contemporary social, political, and racial tensions; and the negative impact of humans on the environment. ... “Ann Phong: Re-Evaluating Normal” is organized by CSUF Nicholas + Lee Begovich Gallery and it is curated by Jennifer Frias Director/ Curator, with curatorial assistants Kaina Bernal, MA Candidate in Public History (‘22) and Anna Ponomareva, BA Candidate in Art History (‘22). Support for the exhibition and the gallery is made possible through the Art Alliance, Associated Students, Inc. Instructional Related Activities, the College of the Arts, Department of Visual Arts, and our community partners at the Vietnamese American Arts and Letters Association (VAALA).
Also on view: BG PROJECTS: VALENTINA APRODA MAURER
Image: Ann Phong, “From Sunrises To Sunsets,” 2021, Acrylic on canvas, 30” x 60,” Courtesy of the artist
C SU F NICHOLAS + LE E BE GO V IC H G A L L E RY Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 11 AM – 4 PM Friday (by appointment); Saturday 11 AM – 4 PM arts.fullerton.edu/begovichgallery