Academics

Category: Theatre and Dance

  • Robbie Swenson ’25

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    “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…

  • Kelsi Rygg ’25

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    “Being in the dance program my first year has been an amazing experience. Coming in, I met so many welcoming people and I really found my place here at Gustavus. Gustavus dance has allowed me to grow as a dancer and person, build my confidence, and has given me a place to express myself. I…

  • Samuel Peter ’23

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    “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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    “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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    “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!”

  • Lillian Kline ’22

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    “In my first two years at Gustavus I had several tastes of what physical theatre is, and the difference between ensemble based work vs. doing a show with casted roles.  I was part of a student directed physical theatre piece, Tethered, took a performance J-term that paired Suzuki acting technique with Viewpoints, and was part…

  • Elisabeth Kray ’23

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    “Before Gustavus I was not a curious dancer. With what I have learned in the last three years, including the promotion of internal feeling and consciousness, I am now a curious dancer. I am curious about how movement and placement feels in my body. I am curious about how these movements relate back to technique…

  • Grace Kearney ’25

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    “This department has welcomed me with open arms, even though I’m not a major — although they’re doing their best to change that! Already, these amazing people are like family to me, and I honestly can’t believe how lucky I am to be able to call them my friends.”

  • Mary Juelich ’24

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    “I have learned so much about myself as a dancer and person from my time dancing at Gustavus. The dance department faculty has given me many opportunities to learn, create, and perform. One of the most rewarding experiences was being able to choreograph a solo and present my work at the American College Dance Association…

  • Aiya Jorde ’24

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    “Prior to attending Gustavus, I had no prior experience or knowledge about theatre. However, upon taking my first acting class during my sophomore year, I found that the Gustavus theatre department had the ability to bring out aspects of myself that I never knew existed. The community welcomed me warmly and allowed me to expand…