Shenandoah Conservatory

04/27/2025

It’s closing time for “Everybody”! 🎭 Join us this afternoon for the final performance of this bold and hilarious journey through life and its biggest questions. Don't let this powerful and poignant play pass you by.

Kirsten Trump, director
Philly Kang, choreographer
Kit Wilder, production manager/intimacy coach
Lauren Cox, production stage manager
📷 by Payton Goodwin

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/27/2025

LAST CHANCE to witness the exceptional vocal performances, stunning set designs and vibrant costumes of our Main Stage Opera “Falstaff”! 🎼 Director Ella Marchment’s innovative direction breathes new life into this beloved tale, infusing it with fresh energy and contemporary flair. Don’t miss the hilarious escapades of Sir John Falstaff!

Ella Marchment, director
Emanuele Andrizzi, conductor
Richard W. Robbins, chorus master
Lindsay Browning, choreographer
Kit Wilder, fight director
R. Eric Stone, set designer
Andrew Carson, lighting designer
Jennifer Flitton Adams, costume designer
📷 by C King Media

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/26/2025

From Bach to Puccini to modern composers like Wubbenhorst, members of the Clarinet Choir present a variety of pieces at their spring concert this Monday!

Under the direction of Professor of Clarinet Garrick Zoeter, members of the Clarinet Choir present their spring concert.

04/26/2025

Double the chances to see "Everybody" today! 💀 Catch our thought-provoking and surprisingly funny show at 2:30PM and 7:30PM. Don't miss your opportunity to experience this unique and moving play.

Kirsten Trump, director
Philly Kang, choreographer
Kit Wilder, production manager/intimacy coach
Lauren Cox, production stage manager
📷 by Payton Goodwin

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/25/2025

Join us in the lobby for a cash bar featuring specialty cocktails before the Kate Baldwin performance! Enjoy a “Hello, Dolly!”, our take on a Lemon Drop made with Tito's Vodka, Triple Sec, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Or try “The Firecracker,” a bold Old Fashioned with Bulleit Bourbon, Angostura bitters and a ginger simple syrup for a spicy kick.

Join us in the lobby for a cash bar with specialty cocktails before the Kate Baldwin performance!

04/25/2025

Step into a world of wit, charm and exuberance! Giuseppe Verdi’s final masterpiece “Falstaff” opens tonight! 🎭Under the baton of Emanuele Andrizzi and the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Verdi’s rich, playful score comes to life, providing the perfect backdrop to the comedic antics of Sir John Falstaff. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of opera!

Ella Marchment, director
Emanuele Andrizzi, conductor
Richard W. Robbins, chorus master
Lindsay Browning, choreographer
Kit Wilder, fight director
R. Eric Stone, set designer
Andrew Carson, lighting designer
Jennifer Flitton Adams, costume designer
📷 by C King Media

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/25/2025

Join us on Saturday for a special abridged performance of Falstaff for those new to the opera genre. Journey through a world of wit, charm and exuberance, featuring highlights from the full-length opera accompanied by English narration!

Step into a world of wit, charm and exuberance as Main Stage Opera presents a special 80-minute matinee performance of Falstaff for those new to the genre!

04/24/2025

04/24/2025

“Everybody” opens tonight! Join us for an exciting weekend of performances featuring this bold, thought-provoking and unexpectedly hilarious journey through life, death and what it means to be... well, everybody. This modern riff on a 15th-century morality play will surprise you with its heart, humor and haunting questions.

Kirsten Trump, director
Philly Kang, choreographer
Kit Wilder, production manager/intimacy coach
Lauren Cox, production stage manager
📷 by Payton Goodwin

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/24/2025

Join the Symphonic Band for an afternoon of works for symphonic winds this Sunday!

The Symphonic Band presents an afternoon of works for symphonic winds under the direction of Shaun Evans.

04/24/2025

Today is the day! Shenandoah University's Day of Giving has arrived! This annual event brings together the university’s campus community, alumni, and donors for 24 hours of generosity that can change a student’s life. Your generosity allows our students to elevate society as innovative, transformative and compassionate citizens. Support Shenandoah Conservatory with a gift today and be a part of this special initiative. All gifts, big or small, make a difference!

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04/24/2025

Librettist and lyricist Scott Logsdon ’84 (B.M. in Music Theatre) and composer Aaron Gandy wrote a new musical, “Romero and Juliet,” which features zombies, Shakespeare and 80s-inspired music. Shea Curran ’24 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) will play the role of Romero in the production.

Librettist and lyricist Scott Logsdon ’84 (Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre) and composer Aaron Gandy wrote a new musical, “Romero and Juliet,” which

04/23/2025

💫 Senior Spotlight: Dylan Buchwald ’25 (B.F.A. in Acting)

Dylan Buchwald is performing in his fifth and final production at Shenandoah Conservatory in ‘Everybody’ opening later this week! He is performing the role of Everybody in the show and shared some reflections about his experience in the production.

How does it feel to be a senior doing your last show at Shenandoah, as Everybody in “Everybody”?

“It's been fun. A great way to end my senior year. The play is about death and about Everybody coming to an end. Which sort of ties into it being the end of my college experience. I’m excited about doing the show, but not so excited about leaving Shenandoah and my friends here.”

What is your favorite part of being part of the “Everybody” production?

“The sense of play that everyone is approaching the production with is my favorite thing about this production. There is no ego. Everyone is just trying to have a good time and have as much fun as we possibly can with this. Which I think is the best way to approach theater. It’s been a blast.”

Everybody
Thursday, April 24 at 7:30PM
Friday, April 25 at 7:30PM
Saturday, April 26 at 2:30PM
Saturday, April 26 at 7:30PM
Sunday, April 27 at 2:30PM
Glaize Studio Theatre

04/23/2025

Get ready to move and groove with the NW Works Chimers! Featuring adult musicians from NW Works and Shenandoah University students, this community-based music therapy program isn’t just a concert; it is a lively celebration of personal growth, human connection and self-expression!

The NW Works Chimers is an electrifying Suzuki Tonechime Choir featuring adult musicians from NW Works and Shenandoah University students that creates a fusion of beats that’ll have you on your feet!

04/23/2025

Actor Jake Emmerling ’11 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) recently finished a run of performances as Peter in the legendary rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” with Pittsburgh Musical Theatre!

Actor Jake Emmerling ’11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) recently finished a run of performances as Peter in the legendary rock opera “Jesus

04/22/2025

Join the Saxophone Ensemble as they present their spring concert this Friday, featuring special guests from the Percussion Ensemble.

Under the direction of Professor of Saxophone Timothy Roberts, members of the Saxophone Ensemble present their spring concert with special guests from the Percussion Ensemble.

04/22/2025

Costume design students participated in a leather working workshop with master leather artisan Wheeler “Doc” Stone on Sunday, April 13, to create custom masks for Shenandoah Conservatory’s upcoming main stage opera production of Giuseppe Verdi’s final masterpiece, “Falstaff,” which opens later this month in Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre.

Costume design students participated in a leather working workshop with master leather artisan Wheeler “Doc” Stone on Sunday, April 13, to create custom

04/21/2025

Our Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting program's Actors Collective is bringing Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins' “Everybody” to life this weekend! Director Kirsten Trump explains, "[Actors Collective is] a special initiative in which the cast and crew are working together to build the world of the play, helping to self produce.”

Adding to the excitement, Kirsten shares, "Dr. Matthew Niess is collaborating with us by providing live music, featuring musicians from the jazz and commercial music program. Award-winning playwright Keith Glover is also on board as an industry consultant!" Come see the incredible talent, dedication and collaboration of our students in this unique production!

Everybody
Thursday, April 24 at 7:30PM
Friday, April 25 at 7:30PM
Saturday, April 26 at 2:30PM
Saturday, April 26 at 7:30PM
Sunday, April 27 at 2:30PM
Glaize Studio Theatre

📷 by Samara Drummond