Adolpho Blaire ’01 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) is starring in “Little Me” in Southwest Florida, where he plays a total of eight characters all to “comic genius.” “As a comic character ... Continue Reading Blaire ’01 Stars in ‘Little…
Lenz ’17 Directs, Choreographs and Teaches at Stagedoor Manor
Nick Lenz ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will direct, choreograph and teach at the internationally acclaimed Stagedoor Manor for nine weeks this summer. Stagedoor Manor is a performing ... Continue Reading Lenz ’17 Directs, Choreographs and…
Dabney ’14 Directs ‘She Is the Narrative’ This May
“She Is the Narrative” gives voice to the voiceless through history and present times. Directed by Desirée Dabney ’14 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting), “She Is the Narrative” explores historical ... Continue Reading Dabney ’14 Directs ‘She Is…
Elhamalawy ’21 and Gil ’25 Take Part in ‘The Lost Boys’ Workshop
Drew Elhamalawy ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Miguel Gil ’25 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) took part in “The Lost Boys” workshop in New York last month. The 1987 film ... Continue Reading Elhamalawy ’21 and Gil ’25…
Piedra ’23 Cast in New Brazilian Musical ‘Barba’
Caitlyn Piedra ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in a new musical by Carlos Bauzys and Kim Bixler based on the life of Fernando Barba, who is the man who founded the Brazilian ... Continue Reading Piedra ’23 Cast in New…
Grant ’21 Wins Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was awarded a 2023 Craig Noel Award by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle in the category of Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical for ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Wins Outstanding Lead…
Dossett ’22 Cast in American Theatre Group’s ‘A Little Night Music’
Jack Dossett ’22 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) is playing the role of Henrik in American Theatre Group’s “A Little Night Music” alongside an all-star cast that includes Kate Baldwin, ... Continue Reading Dossett ’22 Cast in American…
Joyce ’23 Nominated for Helen Hayes Award in Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical Category
Aidan Joyce ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was nominated for a 2024 Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (Helen cohort) for his work in “Spring Awakening” with ... Continue Reading Joyce ’23 Nominated for Helen…
Backus ’17 Plays Role of Scout Finch in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
Scout Backus ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) is playing the role of Scout Finch in the national tour of the Broadway production of Harper Lee's “To Kill a Mockingbird” through Feb. 25. Backus ... Continue Reading Backus ’17 Plays Role of…
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 ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Highlighted as Up-and-Coming…
Kabat ’23 Joins Trondson ’23 and Sheppard ’23 for National Tour of ‘Pretty Woman’
Connor Kabat ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) has joined fellow classmates Devyn Trondson ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Taylor Sheppard ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in ... Continue Reading Kabat ’23 Joins Trondson ’23…
Johnston ’23 Cast in New National Tour of ‘Shrek’
Riley Johnston ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was recently cast in the new national tour of “Shrek.” Johnston performs in the roles of Pig 2 and Dulocian. The tour begins in February ... Continue Reading Johnston ’23 Cast in New…
Young ’23 Participates in New Musical Workshop for ‘To Sir with Love’
Riley Thad Young ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) is involved in the new musical workshop for “To Sir with Love.” The reading will be presented by Ogunquit Playhouse in November and is ... Continue Reading Young ’23 Participates in New…
Serrano-Coyer ’04, ’06, ’08, ’10 and Chen ’99, ’01, ’02 Release Album Highlighting Venezuelan Composers
Violinist Dr. Marjory Serrano-Coyer ’04, ’06, ’08, ’10 (Bachelor of Music in Performance, Master of Music in Performance, Artist Diploma – Quartet Studies, Artist Diploma – Violin) and pianist Dr. ... Continue Reading Serrano-Coyer ’04, ’06, ’08, ’10…
Grant ’21 Lands Lead Role in Broadway’s ‘The Outsiders’
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in Broadway’s “The Outsiders” as a lead performer in the role of Ponyboy. Grant joins Sky Lakota-Lynch, Brent Comer and Jason ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Lands Lead Role…
Elhamalawy ’21 Participates in Stephen Schwartz’s New Musical Workshop with Kristin Chenoweth
Drew Elhamalawy ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will participate in the workshop of “The Queen of Versailles,” a new musical by Stephen Schwartz starring Kristin Chenoweth. The stage ... Continue Reading Elhamalawy ’21 Participates in Stephen…
Dossett ’22 Participates in Developmental Workshop of New Musical ‘Tyrants’
Jack Dossett ’22 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently participated in the developmental workshop of “Tyrants” alongside a number of Broadway artists. The musical features music and ... Continue Reading Dossett ’22 Participates in Developmental…
Musical by Logsdon ’84 Presented by Stage Right! in Pennsylvania
“The Crinolynns,” a musical with book and lyrics written by Broadway performer Scott Logsdon ’84 (Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre) and music by Aaron Gandy, was presented by Stage Right! ... Continue Reading Musical by Logsdon ’84 Presented…
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,” ... Continue Reading 100% of Shenandoah Conservatory’s BFA…
‘Anchorage’ by Monahan ’11 Featured at Cinema Village in New York City
Scott Monahan’s ’11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) feature film and directorial debut “Anchorage” is running for one week from Friday, Aug. 11, through Thursday, Aug. 17, at the Cinema Village in ... Continue Reading ‘Anchorage’ by Monahan ’11 Featured…
Sweitzer ’94, ’11 and Blaustein ’06 Collaborate on Play Project in New York City
The play “20 Seconds,” written and performed by Thomas Sweitzer ’94, ’11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre – Voice, Graduate Certificate in Music Therapy), M.M.T., MT-BC, and directed and ... Continue Reading Sweitzer ’94, ’11 and Blaustein…
Shenandoah’s Stellar Experiences Provided This MT Grad With the Skills Needed to Dive Into the Entertainment Industry
Chris Goodwin '19 attributes his Shenandoah education to helping him discover that his true purpose lies with production and management of musical theater rather than performing. ... Continue Reading Shenandoah’s Stellar Experiences Provided This…
Shenandoah Provided Foundations For Scenic Design Rising Star
Kristen M. Martino ’13, who received the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) 2022 Rising Star Award, and is a collegiate educator and freelance designer, says her experiences as a ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Provided Foundations For Scenic…
Grant ’21 Plays Role of J.D. in Workshop of Musical Adaptation of ‘Thelma & Louise’
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently played the role of J.D. — originally performed by Brad Pitt as one of his first major projects — in a workshop of the musical ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Plays Role of…
Woyasz ’98 Awarded Outstanding Featured Actress – Musical by Connecticut Critics Circle Awards
Laura Woyasz ’98 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was recently awarded Outstanding Featured Actress – Musical by the Connecticut Critics Circle Awards for her performance in the role of ... Continue Reading Woyasz ’98 Awarded Outstanding Featured…
Holland ’21 Completes M.F.A. and Teaches at Virginia Commonwealth University
Katie Holland ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) recently completed her Master of Fine Arts in Theatre from Virginia Commonwealth University and will return there in the fall on a one-year teaching ... Continue Reading Holland ’21 Completes M.F.A. and…
Elhamalawy ’21 Leads in Industry Reading of ‘The Bubble’
Drew Elhamalawy ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently performed in an industry reading of “The Bubble,” a new musical by Janine McGuire and Arri Lawton Simon, in New York City. The ... Continue Reading Elhamalawy ’21 Leads in Industry…
Hoffman ’15 and Dill ’17 Collaborate in ‘Once’ at Laguna Playhouse
Julia Hoffmann ’15 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) and Kyle Dill ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design & Production) are currently working together on the musical “Once” at Laguna ... Continue Reading Hoffman ’15 and Dill ’17…
Lahren ’18 Accepted into M.F.A. in Acting Program at David Geffen School of Drama
Tyler Lahren (Clarke) ’18 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) was accepted into the incoming class for the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale University where she plans to graduate with a Master of ... Continue Reading Lahren ’18 Accepted into M.F.A.…
Wayne ’03 Hosts Dance Masterclasses for 90+ Conservatory Students
Anthony Wayne (Green) ’03 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) returns to Shenandoah Conservatory on March 8 and March 9, to teach dance masterclasses for more than 90 dance and musical theatre ... Continue Reading Wayne ’03 Hosts Dance Masterclasses…
Morales Green ’12 Leads Return of Latiné Musical Theatre Lab’s Table Reading Series
Latiné Musical Theatre Lab's Table Reading Series returns for its second year under the leadership of Founder and Executive Director Ryan Morales Green ’12 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre). ... Continue Reading Morales Green ’12 Leads Return…
Tetterton ’17 Opens ‘Hamlet’ at PlayMakers Repertory Company
Actor Thomas Nash Tetterton ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) performed the role of Bernardo/Priest in William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” at PlayMakers Repertory Company in Chapel Hill, North ... Continue Reading Tetterton ’17 Opens ‘Hamlet’ at…
Mangold Makes Off-Broadway Debut in ‘Stranger Sings’
Actor Kyle Mangold ’19 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) made his off-Broadway debut in “Stranger Sings,” a parody musical of the popular Netflix series “Stranger Things.” ... Continue Reading Mangold Makes Off-Broadway Debut in…
Martin ’20 Joins National Tour of ‘Anastasia’
Actor Danny Martin ’20 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently joined the national tour of “Anastasia.” ... Continue Reading Martin ’20 Joins National Tour…
Grant ’21 and Lemieux ’21 Star in World Premiere of ‘The Outsiders’ at La Jolla Playhouse
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Kiki Lemieux ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) are starring in the pre-Broadway tryout of “The Outsiders” at the La Jolla ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 and Lemieux ’21…
Lynn ’22 and SU Alumni/Students Perform at 54 Below in New York City
Spencer Lynn ’22 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre), a writer of stage and screen work fresh from a world premiere production at Shenandoah Conservatory and a summer with the Eugene O’Neill ... Continue Reading Lynn ’22 and SU Alumni/Students…