We're delighted to share that Shenandoah University has received the single largest gift in its almost-150-year history! This $20 million gift, from Wilbur Dove ’59, and his wife, Clare, is earmarked for a new performing and visual arts center ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Receives Historic $20M…
Dance and Physical Therapy Programs Collaborate to Help People with Mobility Impairments Move and Dance
In March, a unique collaboration between Shenandoah University’s (SU) physical therapy (PT) and dance programs introduced nine people with mobility impairments and their care partners to the benefits of dance. Led by Shenandoah Conservatory Associate ... Continue Reading Dance and Physical Therapy Programs…
Shenandoah Professor, Students Celebrate Release of Harp Ensemble Album ‘2K+ Fusion’ Album is the Result of A Record-Breaking Collaboration of US and UK Harp Ensembles at Abbey Road Studios
After eight years of collaboration, harpists and ensemble directors Lynnelle Ediger, M.M., adjunct associate professor of harp at Shenandoah University, Claire Jones (United Kingdom) and composer Chris Marshall (U.K.) are thrilled to announce the ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Professor, Students Celebrate Release…
Grant ’21 Highlighted as Up-and-Coming Star in Broadway Feature
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was featured as one of five rising stars to watch in Broadway.com’s “The Broadway Show.” The article and video highlighted a fun photoshoot at the gym with the actors, who also include Joy ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Highlighted as Up-and-Coming…
‘Hydrogen Jukebox’ Ties for First Place in NOA’s 2022/23 Opera Production Competition Result reflects exponential growth of Shenandoah Conservatory's opera program
Shenandoah Conservatory’s production of “Hydrogen Jukebox” was featured as part of a three-way-tie for first place in the National Opera Association’s (NOA) 2022/23 Opera Production Competition Division I category, alongside Baylor University’s ... Continue Reading ‘Hydrogen Jukebox’ Ties for First…
Denyce Graves Announced as 2023/24 American Icon at Shenandoah Conservatory
Shenandoah Conservatory welcomes internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves as its featured guest for the 2023/24 American Icons series. She will be featured in an interview with Emanuel Singletary ’25 (Bachelor of Music in Performance) ... Continue Reading Denyce Graves Announced as 2023/24…
100% of Shenandoah Conservatory’s BFA in Musical Theatre Class Signs with Talent Agents and Managers This is an extraordinary milestone for the program and the 24 members of its class of 2023
Every member of Shenandoah Conservatory's BFA in musical theatre class of 2023 is starting their career representation. “They did something that is almost unheard of in musical theatre BFA programs,” said Charles B. Levitin Chair in Musical Theatre; ... Continue Reading 100% of Shenandoah Conservatory’s BFA…
Shenandoah Conservatory Announces 2023/24 Season Live music, theatre and dance from students, faculty and acclaimed guest artists
Shenandoah Conservatory announces its 2023/24 season of live music, theatre and dance. The Conservatory Performs season features dozens of opportunities to witness and experience the arts, including a rich variety of performances by students, faculty ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Conservatory Announces 2023/24 Season…
Michael Stepniak, Ed.D., Tapped For New Role Dr. Stepniak, who has led Shenandoah Conservatory for 14 years, will be Shenandoah’s first executive dean for creativity and the arts
Shenandoah University will celebrate its 150th birthday in two years, and the university’s staying power is truly a testament to the power of sustained creative – and often audacious – thought. These qualities are also the defining characteristics ... Continue Reading Michael Stepniak, Ed.D., Tapped For…
Marlatt Moves Into New Role at Shenandoah Conservatory Senior Associate Dean to Serve as Interim Dean
Beginning on June 5, 2023, Shenandoah Conservatory Senior Associate Dean; Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs; Charlotte A. & Verne E. Collins Endowed Professorship and Professor of Music Education Jeffrey Marlatt, Ph.D., will shift ... Continue Reading Marlatt Moves Into New Role…