performing arts

New faculty Q&A: Sudesh Mantillake

Sudesh Mantillake poses for a portrait on front campus

Mantillake, Randolph College’s Quillian Visiting International Scholar, had a truly global education. ... READ MORE >>

Talent, perseverance, and a little stubbornness propel Lianna Carrera ’07 to success in comedy writing career

Carrera moved to Los Angeles in 2011 to pursue a career in stand-up comedy. Now she works as a comedy writer for comedian Kevin Hart’s media company, HartBeat. ... READ MORE >>

Department of Performing Arts staging ‘Sense & Sensibility’ with a ‘youthful splash’

Performances are scheduled for Nov. 16-20. ... READ MORE >>

Department of Performing Arts gearing up for ‘A Randolph Cabaret’

Student-produced work, musical theatre scenes, musical interludes, and dance pieces will all take center stage later this month. ... READ MORE >>

Fall theatre production, ‘Doctor Faustus,’ embraces the ‘spooky vibes of the season’

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29; and 2 p.m. Oct. 30.... READ MORE >>

Isabelle Fenton ’24 explores passion for the arts through Lyric Opera of Chicago internship

The 10-week Donald P. Baiocchi Lyric Opera of Chicago Internship program allows Randolph students to gain hands-on experience in arts management and nonprofit fundraising while working for the Lyric’s development office. ... READ MORE >>

‘Shakespeare isn’t scary’: Students strive to make the Bard’s work more accessible

This story is part of an ongoing series featuring the work of students and faculty participating in Randolph’s 2022 Summer Research Program. Isabel Stephens ’23 and Lily Tacke ’23 have bonded over their shared love of William Shakespeare during their time at Randolph. This summer, they’re immersing themselves in the work of the Bard, alongside... READ MORE >>

Randolph professors granted tenure

Art history professor Lesley Shipley, theatre professor Stephanie Earl, and mathematics professor Michael Penn have all been granted tenure by the Randolph College Board of Trustees.... READ MORE >>

Meet the graduates: Christopher Perez-Merino ’22

Christopher Perez-Merino ’22 chose Randolph College because of its many theatre opportunities.... READ MORE >>

Spring Dance Concert to feature current, former students

Spring Dance 2022

Randolph’s Annual Spring Dance Concert will feature performances by both current and former students, as well as a Roanoke-based ensemble with connections to another alumna.... READ MORE >>