Katie Props-Allen ’04 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design & Production – Costume Design) hosted a masterclass in feather manipulation for current costume design students on Friday, May 29. ... Continue Reading Props-Allen ’04 Holds Masterclass in…
Rafala ’17, ’18 Makes TV Debut in CW’s ‘Katy Keene’
Emily Rafala ’17, ’18 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre, Master of Science in Performing Arts Leadership & Management) made her television debut in “Katy Keene” as Trula Twyst on April 16. ... Continue Reading Rafala ’17, ’18 Makes TV…
Murphy ’04 Collaborates with Elementary Student to Create Music Video
Edmond Murphy ’04 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) collaborated with one of his fourth-grade students to create a video duet of Elton John's “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as a remote ... Continue Reading Murphy ’04 Collaborates with Elementary…
Conaway ’11 Debuts in ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’
Schyler Conaway ’11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) made his series debut in season 21, episode 17, “Dance, Lies and Videotape,” of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” The episode is ... Continue Reading Conaway ’11 Debuts in ‘Law…
McLean ’19 to Study at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Connor McLean ’19 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) was accepted to study at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RSC) and will pursue a Master of Fine Arts in Classical & Contemporary Text ... Continue Reading McLean ’19 to Study at…
Sparks ’16 Creates Parts with 3-D Printer at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
Alec Sparks ’16 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design & Production) was featured in an article by DC Theatre Scene for his work in creating parts for face shields using a 3-D printer at Woolly ... Continue Reading Sparks ’16 Creates Parts with…
Goodwin ’19 Interns with NYC’s LAByrinth Theater Company
Christopher Goodwin ’19 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) won a spot as the Management Fellow for New York City's LAByrinth Theater Company. Goodwin will support the launch of the company’s ... Continue Reading Goodwin ’19 Interns with NYC’s…
Brooks ’02 and Jeremiah ’02 in On Site Opera’s ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’
Jerome Brooks, Jr. ’02 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre) and Joshua Jeremiah ’02 (Bachelor of Music in Performance) performed in On Site Opera’s holiday production of “Amahl and the Night ... Continue Reading Brooks ’02 and Jeremiah ’02…
Ross ’03 Joins Off-Broadway Cast of ‘Rock of Ages’
T. Scott Ross ’03 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) has joined the cast of “Rock of Ages” for the Off-Broadway production at New World Stages in New York City for the winter season. Several ... Continue Reading Ross ’03 Joins Off-Broadway Cast…
Morgan ’19 Hired as Scenic Artist at Liberty University
Andrue Morgan '19 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design & Production) was hired as the full-time scenic artist in the Department of Theatre Arts at Liberty University. ... Continue Reading Morgan ’19 Hired as Scenic…
Rodriguez ’11 Debuts on Broadway in ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’
James Hayden Rodriguez '11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) made his Broadway debut as Luke in “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” on Wednesday, Oct. 16. He is also playing the role of ... Continue Reading Rodriguez ’11 Debuts on Broadway…
Yancey and Thompson ’09 in Washington Stage Guild’s Production of “Candida”
Costume Designer and Associate Professor of Theatre Cheryl Yancey, M.F.A., is designing the costumes for Washington Stage Guild’s production of “Candida” by George Bernard Shaw. The production runs ... Continue Reading Yancey and Thompson ’09 in…
Shenandoah Conservatory Announces New Producing Artistic Director for Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre
Shenandoah Conservatory of Shenandoah University is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremy Blaustein ’06 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) as Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre’s (SSMT) new producing ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Conservatory Announces New Producing…
Work by Props ’04 Featured in The Milliner’s Guild for NY Textile Month
Work by Katie Props ’04 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Costume Design) was featured in an exhibit created for The Milliner’s Guild for New York Textile Month (September). New York Textile Month is a ... Continue Reading Work by Props ’04 Featured…
Shenandoah Conservatory Announces U.S. University Premiere of “Something Rotten!”
Shenandoah University is pleased to announce the U.S. university premiere of the musical “Something Rotten!” The Tony Award-winning musical opened on Broadway in 2015 and has already completed two ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Conservatory Announces U.S. University…
Banks Debuts As Evan Hansen On Broadway Shenandoah Student Is First Person Of Color To Play Tony-Winning Musical's Title Role
Roman Banks '21 made history on Wednesday, Dec. 12, when he became the first person of color to play the title role in the Tony-winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen" on Broadway. Banks won a place in ... Continue Reading Banks Debuts As Evan Hansen…
Wayne ’03 Featured in ‘A Chorus Line’ at New York City Center
Anthony Wayne ’03 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) is being featured as Richie Walters in the New York City Center production of “A Chorus Line” running Nov. 14, through Nov. 18. Visit ... Continue Reading Wayne ’03 Featured in ‘A…
Former Glinda in “Wicked” on Broadway Woyasz ’98 Performs in NBC ‘Wicked’ Special
Laura Woyasz ’98 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was featured in the NBC “Wicked” special as one of the former performers who starred as Glinda in “Wicked” on ... Continue Reading Former Glinda in “Wicked” on…
Three Conservatory Alumni to be Honored at 2018 Homecoming & Family Weekend Kyle J. Weary ’05, ’08 • Alan M. Baylock ’90 • Dolly Stevens ’77
Shenandoah University will honor three conservatory alumni during the 2018 Homecoming and Family Weekend event from Friday, Oct. 5, through Sunday, Oct. 7. These alumni will be recognized at the 2018 ... Continue Reading Three Conservatory Alumni to be…
Brice ’09 Awarded Rising Star Alumni Award
Charles J. Brice ’09 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) was one of two recipients of the Rising Star Alumni Awards for the 2018 Shenandoah Conservatory Alumni Awards. The award is presented to alumni ... Continue Reading Brice ’09 Awarded Rising Star…
Dorian Davis ’20 in Oscar-nominated short film “My Nephew Emmett” Shenandoah Musical Theatre Student Attends the Oscars
Shenandoah University musical theatre student Dorian Davis is going to the Oscars! This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with and observe seasoned, world-renowned actors is a first for this ... Continue Reading Dorian Davis ’20 in Oscar-nominated…
Theatre Alumnus Designs Theme Park Career Nick Collins '00 Creates Thrills and Chills With the Help of His Shenandoah Degree
Nick Collins '00, armed with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre (scenic and lighting design concentration), turned his almost-lifelong passion for theme parks into an impressive career. He ... Continue Reading Theatre Alumnus Designs Theme Park…
Colorado Native Katy Vaughn Appears in ‘THE GRINCH’ at the Buell Theatre This Month – BroadwayWorld.com
BroadwayWorld.com; Dec. 17, 2014 Colorado Native, Katy Vaughn will fulfill a lifelong dream of performing on the stage of Denver's Buell Theatre when the National Tour of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch ... Continue Reading Colorado Native Katy Vaughn Appears…
Kathy Voytko
Kathy Voytko (BFA - Musical Theatre, 1994), has toured the US as Christine Daae in THE PHANTOM of THE OPERA, soloist-THE MUSIC of ANDREW LLOYD WEBER, and was chosen by Hal Prince to play Eva ... Continue Reading Kathy Voytko
Aaron Galligan-Stierle
Aaron Galligan-Stierle (BFA - Musical Theatre, 2002), actor & freelance director/audition coach; credits include The Phantom of the Opera and Ragtime on Broadway and four seasons at Utah ... Continue Reading Aaron Galligan-Stierle
J. Robert Spencer
J. Robert Spencer '91, BFA in Musical Theatre, is a Tony Award nominated actor, independent film director, producer, and writer living in New York City. His numerous film, television and theatre ... Continue Reading J. Robert Spencer
Shaping Lives: Multiple Generations Attend Shenandoah
The Shaffer-Barbera-Ironmonger family tradition began at Shenandoah approximately 90 years ago. The importance of this tradition is best summarized by Percy Ironmonger ’64, who said, “Shenandoah ... Continue Reading Shaping Lives: Multiple Generations Attend…
Singer/Actor Finds Her ‘True Self’ at Shenandoah
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre alumna Jesse Hooker '10, has been cast in many stage roles, but the part she enjoys playing the most is herself. Hooker found her professional niche while ... Continue Reading Singer/Actor Finds Her ‘True Self’…
Shenandoah Alumnus Anthony Wayne ’03, is Original Member of “Pippin the Musical”
Shenandoah alumnus Anthony Wayne ’03, is an original company member of “Pippin the Musical” that won four Tony Awards June 9, 2013, including Best Revival of a Musical. He is preparing to star in his ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Alumnus Anthony Wayne ’03,…
CREATIVE ENERGY Sparking Connections That Fuel the Future
On an overcast afternoon in August, a member of Shenandoah’s staff walked across Sarah’s Glen toward the Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre. The air reverberated with the thrum of heavy equipment breaking rock ... Continue Reading CREATIVE ENERGY Sparking Connections That…