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  • Emanate: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert

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    marisabacon

    Gustavus Adolphus College is presenting this year’s spring dance concert entitled “Emanate: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert” featuring faculty work, guest artist choreography by Marciano Silva dos Santos, and selected student works by Elise Gahart ‘25, and Ella Schwakopf ‘25. The dance concert is performed in honor of Michele Rusinko, the late Gustavus Professor.…

  • Unity and Diversity: Gustavus Alumni Collaborate in the Art of Theater

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    marisabacon

    Gustavus Adolphus College has a variety of opportunities and networks for students and alumni. Whether you are in psychology, sports management, or studio art, there is something for you to take away from the school and a community here waiting for you. Two theater alumni Constance Brevell ‘14 and Brandon Raghu ‘19, are putting on…

  • From Florida to Vegas: Jake Lucas ’25

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    msousa

    Jake Lucas ’25 stays busy on campus, taking full advantage of the Gustavus liberal arts experience. The Public Accounting major and Music minor is a varsity tennis and a French horn player with the Gustavus Wind Orchestra. When both groups planned out-of-state trips, Lucas found a way to go with both. To opposite sides of…

  • From Mexico to Saint Peter: Mariana’s Journey through Art and Theatre at Gustavus

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    msousa

    Mariana Rodriguez-Guzman (Mar) is a senior Theatre and Studio Art major with a minor in Costume Design from Mexico City, Mexico. She has been in numerous theater productions at Gustavus, and has created art that can be found both on campus and in Sain. Peter. Mar met with us to talk about her experience at…

  • Shakespeare and Gustavus

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    msousa

    The theater department at Gustavus Adolphus College has been hard at work putting together their production of William Shakespeare’s Cymbeline. Rehearsed almost exclusively during the month of January, the cast worked Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. to bring this all together, with director Matthew Trucano and cast member Timothy Snyder ‘27…

  • Gustavus Choir and Gustavus Wind Orchestra Embark on Tour

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    msousa

    The Gustavus Choir and the Gustavus Wind Orchestra embark on tour by the end of this week. From intricate melodies to powerful harmonies, each ensemble brings a unique flavor to the stage, creating an immersive experience that transcends musical boundaries. As they hit the road, be prepared to be enthralled by the magical synergy of…

  • Gustavus Welcomes Theatre High School Students

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    msousa

    The Department of Theatre & Dance at Gustavus Adolphus College is offering a free theatre day for high school students (grades 9-12) the afternoon of Friday, February 16. Students may choose from a variety of workshops taught by theatre faculty, including performance, scenic design, costumes, and special effects. Students will receive dinner on campus and…

  • Internationally Renowned Maestro Óscar Navarro Holds Residency at Gustavus

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    chaseywedge

    On Thursday, November 2, 2023, Gustavus Adolphus College had the honor of welcoming Maestro Óscar Navarro for a five-day residency during which he was featured as a special guest conductor and clinician for the 2023 Gustavus Honor Band Festival. During his residency Maestro Navarro also led rehearsals with both the Gustavus Wind Symphony and the…

  • Gustavus Senior Marta Sikora Makes Big Impact in MN Orchestra Internship

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    rileyerb

    Marta Sikora, a senior studying business management and music, completed a marketing internship with the Minnesota Orchestra over the summer. During this internship, Marta had the opportunity to publish a program note in Showcase—Minnesota Orchestra’s concert program brochure. Marta wrote her program note about Sir James McMillan’s Trombone Concerto, performed by Jörgen van Rijen for…

  • Ghastly Gusties: Gustavus Alumni Fuel the Nightmares of Mall of America’s Haunted House

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    rileyerb

    “Onionhead’s Revenge”, the 45,000 square foot horror attraction in the Mall of America, is a terrifyingly innovative haunted house that featured contributions from five Gustavus alums. Through their excellent and diverse education at Gustavus, these Gusties shine in a story driven haunted house that demands improv skills in an ever-changing environment. American Monsters’ “Onionhead’s Revenge”…