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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Three Conservatory Alumni Honored as 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients
Three Shenandoah Conservatory alumni were selected as 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients: Young Career Achievement: Desirèe Dabney ’14 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) Hornet Hero ... Continue Reading Three Conservatory Alumni Honored as…
Cameron Joins Cast of ‘Hadestown’ on Broadway
Actor, singer and dancer Brandon Cameron has joined the cast of “Hadestown” on Broadway. He is playing Worker 3 and understudying Orpheus. Cameron attended Shenandoah Conservatory from 2018 to 2022 ... Continue Reading Cameron Joins Cast of ‘Hadestown’…
Grant ’21 Cast in NYCC’s Production of ‘Parade’
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) has been cast as the Young Soldier in the New York City Center’s (NYCC) Encores! series production of “Parade” starring Ben Platt. The ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 Cast in NYCC’s…
Kutcipal ’23 and McCaskill ’17 Celebrate Opening Night of ‘Jagged Little Pill’ Tour
Cydney Kutcipal ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Jordan Leigh McCaskill ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently celebrated the opening of the Broadway tour of “Jagged ... Continue Reading Kutcipal ’23 and McCaskill ’17…
Mangold ’19 Cast in NYC Reading of ‘Senior Class’
Kyle Mangold ’19 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast as one of the leads in the New York City reading of “Senior Class” this month. Industry readings are the start of the process of ... Continue Reading Mangold ’19 Cast in NYC…
Cadieux ’21 Cast in NYC Lab of ‘Muriel’s Wedding – The Musical’
Sam Cadieux ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in the New York City workshop of the new musical version of “Muriel’s Wedding” this month. The production is based on the 1994 ... Continue Reading Cadieux ’21 Cast in NYC…
Vaughn ’09 Opens Voice Over and Audio Post-production Studio in Norfolk
Actor, singer and voice actor Katy Vaughn ’09 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre) opened Sea Siren Media in Norfolk, Virginia, a business specializing in creative voice-over and audio ... Continue Reading Vaughn ’09 Opens Voice Over…
Kutcipal ’23 and McCaskill ’17 Embark on First National Broadway Tour of ‘Jagged Little Pill’
Cydney Kutcipal ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Jordan Leigh McCaskill ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) are performing in the ensemble on the first national Broadway ... Continue Reading Kutcipal ’23 and McCaskill ’17…
Elhamalawy ’21, ’22 Cast in Muny’s ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’
Drew Elhamalawy ’21, ’22 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre, Master of Science in Performing Arts Leadership & Management) will play the role of Levi in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's ... Continue Reading Elhamalawy ’21, ’22 Cast in…
Bigelow ’18 Cast in National Tour of ‘Anastasia: The Musical’
Actor, singer and dancer Zachary Bigelow ’18 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in the national tour of “Anastasia: The Musical.” He auditioned one day and joined the company the next ... Continue Reading Bigelow ’18 Cast in National…
McCaskill ’17 Makes Off-Broadway Debut in ‘Exception to the Rule’
Actor, singer, director and teacher Jordan Leigh McCaskill ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will make her off-Broadway debut as the female swing in “Exception to the Rule” by Dave Harris ... Continue Reading McCaskill ’17 Makes Off-Broadway Debut…
Beard ’18 Cast to Perform with Carnival Cruises This Summer and Fall
Alex Beard ’18 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will perform with Carnival Cruises this summer and fall, sailing on the Carnival Splendor. He will be based out of Seattle, Washington, and ... Continue Reading Beard ’18 Cast to Perform…
McNeal ’14 Cast in Lead Role for Nashville Rep’s ‘Mary Poppins’
Actor, singer and dancer Christine McNeal Toole ’14 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was cast in the lead role of Mary Poppins for Nashville Repertory Theatre’s upcoming production of the ... Continue Reading McNeal ’14 Cast in Lead…
Grant ’21 and Lemieux ’21 Cast in Broadway-aimed Musical Version of ‘The Outsiders’
Brody Grant ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Kiki Lemieux ’21 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) were cast in lead roles for the upcoming Broadway-aimed musical version of ... Continue Reading Grant ’21 and Lemieux ’21…
Schoppe ’12 Featured in Interview on ‘Rent’ Farewell Tour
James Schoppe ’12 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) was featured in an interview by WTOP about the 25th anniversary farewell tour of Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning ... Continue Reading Schoppe ’12 Featured in Interview…
Sweigard ’16 Joins First National Tour of ‘Six’
Kelsee Sweigard ’16 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will launch the first national tour of Broadway’s “Six” as an alternate for Seymour, Aragon and Parr. ... Continue Reading Sweigard ’16 Joins First National…
Marshall ’16 Makes Network TV Debut as Co-star in ‘Ordinary Joe’ on NBC
Tess Marshall ’16 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) made her network TV debut and co-starred as Dionne in “Ordinary Joe” on NBC on Monday, Jan. 17. The show is written by Garrett Lerner and ... Continue Reading Marshall ’16 Makes Network TV…