Kelsee Sweigard ’16 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in the North American tour of “Pretty Woman: The Musical.” This first national tour is directed and choreographed by Tony ... Continue Reading Sweigard ’16 Cast in North…
Becker ’18 Cast in Title Role for National Tour of ‘Tootsie’
Drew Becker ’18 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will play the title role of Michael Dorsey in the first national tour of the Tony-nominated musical “Tootsie.” The tour begins on Oct. 10 at ... Continue Reading Becker ’18 Cast in Title…
Cortes ’21 Cast in World Premiere of ‘A Crossing: A Dance Musical’
Diego Cortes ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in the ensemble for the world premiere of “A Crossing: A Dance Musical” as choreographed and directed by Tony Award nominee Joshua ... Continue Reading Cortes ’21 Cast in World…
Galligan-Stierle ’02 Named Head of Slippery Rock University’s Musical Theatre Program
Aaron Galligan-Stierle ’02 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was named the new head of musical theatre at Slippery Rock University in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. The accomplished actor, ... Continue Reading Galligan-Stierle ’02 Named Head of…
Elhamalawy ’21 Featured in Q&A Article by Broadway World
Drew Elhamalawy ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was featured in a Q&A article published by Broadway World with other “Sticks & Stones” cast members which shares responses from ... Continue Reading Elhamalawy ’21 Featured in Q&A…
Spencer ’91 Performs Virtually for Homecoming 2020
The Shenandoah Alumni Association and Shenandoah Conservatory are hosting a live performance by alumnus J. Robert “Bobby” Spencer ’91 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) at 7 p.m. (EST) on ... Continue Reading Spencer ’91 Performs Virtually for…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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,…