‘Molly Sweeney’ theatre production will be streamed for viewing
The Ripon College Department of Theatre will share its next play, “Molly Sweeney,” by Brian Friel, via streaming at ripon.edu/molly-sweeney from 12:15 a.m. Central time Wednesday, Nov. 11, through 11:45 p.m. Central time Saturday, Nov.14. The entire play can be viewed for 48 hours after “ticket purchase” or up until the ending time on Nov. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Fine Arts, Student.
‘Spoon River’ outdoor performances combine theatre, music
“Spoon River,” an hour-long outdoor performance of music and theatre, will be presented Thursday, Sept. 24, through Sunday, Sept. 27, at Ripon College. Live performances will be open only to members of the Ripon College community. Performances will begin at 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1:30 p.m. Sunday on the north lawn of Harwood […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Music Performance, Student.
This pen is mightier than the average pen and earns Bill Bradburn ’75 a distinctive honor
Bill Bradburn ’75 of Indianapolis, Indiana, has been designated an Indiana Artisan because of his crafted writing instruments. He is among 221 visual and food artists in 56 counties whose work carries the prestigious designation. “My desire is to design and make writing instruments that blend utility and beauty,” Bradburn says. “Owners might transcribe to […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
We’re still here: Heidi DeCaluwe ’20
Her experience working in the theatre department will stand her in good stead when Heidi DeCaluwe ’20 of West Bend, Wisconsin, goes on to graduate school this fall. She will be studying for a master’s of fine arts in costume design and production at the University of Arkansas. At Ripon, she is a theatre major […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
We’re still here: Bailey Jerrick ’20
Bailey Jerrick ’20 of Stoughton, Wisconsin, is headed for Disney World after graduation in May. She has been accepted into the Disney College Program and will work in the costuming department. After the program, she hopes to work as a character performer for the company. At Ripon, she is double majoring in theatre and biology. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
We’re still here: Madeleine Craig ’20
With a triple major in theatre, English and history, Madeleine Craig ’20 of West Bend, Wisconsin, has a variety of options. After graduation in May, she plans to take a gap year during which she will work and apply to graduate programs in theatre or English. She hopes to pursue a master’s degree and Ph.D. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
We’re still here: DeShawn Thomas ’20
DeShawn Thomas ’20 of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is ready to move forward with a career in the performing arts. The theatre major has accepted a position as a performing arts coordinator at a summer camp, and he has applied to study for a master of fine arts in acting at the University of North Carolina at […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
Brandi Gaspard Mans ’10 uses sewing skills for mask production
Using stitching skills she learned as a theatre major at Ripon College, Brandi Gaspard Mans ’10 of Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been joining her colleagues at the Minnesota Opera to make face masks to contribute toward the COVID-19 pandemic. Mans says that after COVID-19 forced the opera to close their last two shows of the season, […]
Posted by Dale Devries in COVID-19, Student.
We’re still here: Alaura Lemieux ’20
Alaura Lemieux ’20 of Luck, Wisconsin, plans to take a gap year after graduation in May to work and apply to graduate schools. She plans to go into genetic research. At Ripon, Lemieux is a double major in biology and theatre. “The thing I’m taking from Ripon college is that, while we all leave and […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
We’re still here: Courtney Hall ’20
Courtney Hall ’20 of West Allis, Wisconsin, is majoring in psychology and theatre. She has been accepted into the clinical mental health master’s program at Marquette University. In the future, she plans to go on for her Ph.D. “The most important lesson Ripon taught me was that even though independence and responsibility is a factor […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Class of 2020, Student.
Shakespeare’s ‘Comedy of Errors’ presented at Ripon College March 4 through 7
William Shakespeare’s play “The Comedy of Errors” will be performed March 4 through 7 by the Ripon College Department of Theatre. Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended by calling 920-748-8791 or sending an email to [email protected]. “The Comedy of […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Student.
Twelve students competing at regional theatre festival this week
Twelve students from the Ripon College theatre department are competing at the Region 3 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival beginning today. The annual festival runs through Sunday, Jan. 12, in Madison, Wisconsin. Organizers hail the festival as a celebration of the future of the American theatre with student artists and faculty from Illinois, Indiana, […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Student.
‘The Fantasticks’ honored with award nominations
The Fantasticks, the joint production of the departments of music and theatre at Ripon College, has been nominated for several awards from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Heidi DeCaluwe ’20 of West Bend, Wisconsin, received a Certificate of Merit for her costume design. Lindsey Wigand ’22 of West Allis, Wisconsin, received a Certificate […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Student.
Classic musical ‘The Fantasticks’ to be staged at Ripon College Nov. 13-16
The timeless musical The Fantasticks, by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt, will be presented by the Ripon College departments of music and theatre Nov. 13-16. Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Admission is free, but reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 748-8791 […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts.
Reading of new play will be held Saturday at Ripon College
A workshop reading of the new, unproduced play “Someplace Different,” by Bradley Dokken of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Ripon College. The reading by students will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. A talkback with the playwright will follow. The workshop […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts.
Ripon Summer Players performs radio drama adaptation
“Seven Keys to Baldpate,” a radio play adaptation, will be presented May 31 through June 2 at the Ripon Public Library. It is presented by Ripon Summer Players in its 23rd season and is sponsored by the Ripon College Department of Theatre and the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. The “mysterious melodramatic farce” is adapted from the […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts.
One-act play by Anne Negri ’03 will be presented this weekend
A one-act play by Anne Negri ’03 will be produced Thursday through Sunday at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. “Not a Test” addresses issues surrounding standardized testing in public schools and the lasting impact it has on those who don’t meet the standards. An article about the show was published on the local […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Theatre production of ‘Tartuffe’ receives regional nominations
The Department of Theatre’s production of “Tartuffe” received several nominations for the next Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival in a five-state theatre region. Theatre professors from area campuses reviewed the show and nominated various production participants for as many awards as possible for an associate production, says Ken Hill, professor of theatre, the Doreen […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Fine Arts, Student.
Student directors to present one-act play festival April 12-13
The annual One-Act Play Festival will run April 12-13 at Ripon College. The five short productions are directed by students. Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. each evening in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts, on the campus. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended by calling 748-8791. These plays are intended for […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Student.
Collaboration with music professor enhances student’s education
Maria Reber ’21 of Fond du Lac originally wanted to attend a college with a large, prime music department. After receiving an email about applying to Ripon College, she decided to visit and speak with Assistant Professor of Music John Hughes, the director of choral activities. The visit sealed the deal for her as a […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Student.