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From Mexico to Saint Peter: Mariana’s Journey through Art and Theatre at Gustavus
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
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
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
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
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
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 […]
Choreographer’s Gallery: The Legacy of Dance at Gustavus
The Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department is proud to present this year’s Choreography Gallery. This will take place in the Rob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre on Friday, November 17 and Saturday, November 18 2023 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 19 at 2 p.m. The program is being directed by Associate Professor Melissa Rolnick, […]
Ghastly Gusties: Gustavus Alumni Fuel the Nightmares of Mall of America’s Haunted House
“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” […]
Nobel 59 Opening Procession Brings the Gustavus Spirit to Life
On October 3 and 4, Gustavus Adolphus College hosted the 59th Nobel Conference. This year’s conference, “Insects: Little Body, Big Impact”, addressed the disproportionate effects insects have on human life and aimed to bring awareness to the essential role these beings play in allowing the earth to flourish. Having had the honor of hosting the […]
Metamorphoses: The Growth That Theater Offers
Gustavus Adolphus College is proud to present the Theater Department’s rendition of Metamorphoses. An emotional whirlwind of a play that takes classic stories told by Ovid and redesigns them for modern audiences, this production should not be missed. It will be taking place from November 2 to November 5. Associate Professor in Theatre and Dance […]