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Montana Western and Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series Presents “Her-cules: The Twelve Trials and The Story I Told”

October 16, 2026

The University of Montana Western’s Theatre Program and the Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series are excited to present Montana Repertory Theatre’s “Her-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told” on October 23 at 7:00 p.m. in UMW’s Beier Auditorium.

Beck wants to be the world’s next great reporter – if she can just survive her final senior project. When her teacher assigns her to cover the new citywide Herculean Trials, a twelve-event gauntlet designed to celebrate “The Complete Athlete,” Beck throws herself into sports journalism mode, hoping she’ll find her big break.

She quickly meets Avery, a mysterious, toughminded competitor who does not want to be anyone’s headline. As this unlikely friendship grows, Beck follows Avery deeper and deeper into the Trials, reporting on Avery’s pursuit of victory to a growing audience. Together, the pair must navigate the complicated mythology of school sports and the very real weight of everyone else’s expectations.

A story full of heart, swagger, and mythic spectacle, “HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told” is about the pursuit of excellence: what it costs and how far we’ll go to be the best.

Written by JM Christiansen, this production is brought to life by Montana Repertory Theatre’s Education Fall Tour. Established in 1967 and celebrating its 60th anniversary season, The Rep serves as the resident professional theatre for the University of Montana.

Rated G, this production is suitable for all ages. School group and homeschool pricing is available. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

To purchase tickets, please visit the BOC Performing Arts Series Box Office webpage. Admission is $16 for general seating, $12 for seniors (65+), youth (18 and under), and military personnel, $10 for UMW faculty and staff, and free for UMW students with a valid student ID.

Flex Passes, which include admission to five performances throughout the year, are also available for the BOC Season. Choose any production from either the Mainstage or Youth Season for maximum flexibility. Flex Passes are $48 for adults, $36 for seniors (65+), youth (18 and under), and military personnel, and $30 for UMW faculty and staff. UMW faculty and staff can purchase passes for their immediate family members at the discounted rate.

For more information, please contact Assistant Professor of Theatre Stephen Seder at [email protected] or 406-683-7038. Learn more about UMW Theatre and upcoming performances.