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  • Wren Heiman: 2024 Recipient of the Outstanding Student in Design, Technology and Production Award

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    melissameinhardt

    Wren Heiman ‘25 is a Junior theatre major with minors in religion and studio art from Northfield, Minnesota. They received the Outstanding Student in Design, Technology and Production Award. This award is given to a junior or senior who has demonstrated leadership, commitment and excellence as a stage manager, technician and a performance designer. When…

  • Julia Nelson ’26

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    harrietanderson

    “I want to create art that will envoke emotions out of people, make them think about their own and other perspectives.” Julia has always loved sharing her art with the world and making people feel something. As a Theatre Major, she has appreciated the opportunity to continue to impact people emotionally. Julia describes the classroom…

  • Wren Heiman ‘25

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    harrietanderson

    “As I apply for internships, the variety of shows that I’ve been able to participate in here round out my portfolio nicely for the place I’m at in my path, and I feel much more secure with a resume that fits the field and has been reviewed by both my classmates and faculty.” As a…

  • Terena Wilkens

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    harrietanderson

    “I couldn’t have envisioned a more exciting opportunity: to create a new state-of-the-art theatre from floor to ceiling.” In the decision to build a tech-laden “laboratory” theatre between Anderson Theatre and the Nobel Hall of Science, including supporting spaces for costumes, scene building, and storage, Wilkens found herself at that nexus too. As the Gustavus…

  • Sydney Sutherland ’22

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    harrietanderson

    “I was initially drawn to Gustavus because of the opportunities to work both onstage and backstage. As I got more experience, I was drawn to stage management and assistant stage management because I was able to view the full scope of the process, and found joy in taking on a leadership role within the department.…

  • Aurora Schelmeske ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “Theater at Gustavus has been such an invigorating experience for me! Exploring shows under the guidance of these fantastic professors is a joy. I am so grateful every day for the chance to participate in this wonderful community of creatives!”

  • Robbie Swenson ’25

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    harrietanderson

    “Theatre at Gustavus is rad! My actor peers are so welcoming and talented, professors in the department are knowledgeable, and the people behind the scenes are skilled and hardworking. Even as a first-year student last year, I felt a strong sense of belonging in the Gustavus theater community, which was wonderful. I thoroughly enjoy being…

  • Samuel Peter ’23

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    harrietanderson

    “The Gustavus Department of Theatre & Dance has given me a chance to work closely with faculty and to develop my own unique path as I’ve discovered my creative ambitions. I’ve also found that the student community is incredibly welcoming, talented, and driven to pursue their dreams — whether onstage or behind the scenes.”  

  • Houston McLaury ’25

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    harrietanderson

    “If you’re starting in theatre or looking to make a career in theatre, the department is great to seek opportunities, work with amazing people, and make great friends! The department offers so many pursuits, from technical aspects with light, sound, and set design to all the excellent acting classes offered.”

  • Beatrice Korver ’23

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    harrietanderson

    “GAC theatre has given me the opportunity to explore and be involved in all areas of interest I have had. I’ve been able to find what I want to pursue and follow that path. Also, playing with movers and LEDs is fun!”