Theatre & Film
Allen Theatre and Film offers students opportunities in all aspects of performance and production. Our high-quality productions and professional training provide individualized opportunities to students. We produce four shows a year including musicals, drama, comedy, student-directed one-act plays, and student film projects. Our Improv Club performs and hosts workshops in the area and at major festivals. We also participate in all areas of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Academic Opportunities
Scholarships
Tickets are limited and can be purchased on our ticketing website RSVP by November 10th
Theatre Productions
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True West by Sam Shepard
Sun-scorched California. Two estranged brothers. One shot at Hollywood. When drifter Lee's wild screenplay steals the spotlight from his straight-laced brother Austin, their volatile collaboration ignites a darkly comic and dangerous battle for the American Dream. Whose vision will conquer? Whose life will shatter?
"True West” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com.
This show will have you laughing hysterically as our students make up zany scenarios on the spot! Show up early, this show usually sells out!
Rated: R for vulgar college comedy
EXPERIENCE THE ARTS AT ALLEN! For one night only, immerse yourself in the incredible artistry of Allen students. From captivating music to stunning visuals and powerful performances, see the best of Voice, Instrumental Music, Fine Art, and Theatre & Film students all under one roof! The Allen Theater on campus will be a vibrant hub of creativity – an art gallery, a concert hall, and a glimpse into the world of cinema, all in a single, unforgettable night. Be there!
Our Town
By Thornton Wilder
In Collaboration with Iola Community Theatre
A Timeless Classic: The Allen Theatre & Film Department in collaboration with Iola Community Theatre, warmly invites you to step back in time and settle into the rhythms of small-town living with Thornton Wilder's beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning play. From morning coffee to evening goodnights, Our Town celebrates the shared experiences, quiet wisdom, and enduring connections that define life in a place where everyone knows your name. Join us for a heartfelt tribute to community, created by our community, for our community as we present this beautiful, poignant, and often humorous play about cherishing every moment.
"Our Town” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com.
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"The Woman in Black" - by Stephen Mallatratt adapted from the novel by Susan Hill
presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
"The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again]" - by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield
New revisions by Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield
produced by special arrangement with Broadway Play Publishing Inc, NYC www.broadwayplaypublishing.com
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"The How and the Why" - by Sarah Treem
Improv Comedy Show - presented by Allen Theatre Students
Student Film Live Premiere Screening Event - written and created by Allen Theatre & Film Students
"Harvey" - by Mary Chase
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Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson-Apt #2B - by Kate Hamill
Cheerfully desecrating the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Every Brilliant Thing - by Duncan MacMillan, with Jonny Donahoe
tick, tick…BOOM! - Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson; David Auburn, Script Consultant; Vocal Arrangement's and Orchestrations by Stephen Oremus
Sponsor/Director
Tricia Stogsdill
Theatre & Film Instructor
A.A., Allen Community College
B.F.A., Emporia State University
M.F.A., University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
B.F.A., Emporia State University
M.F.A., University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
School:
620-901-6224
Technical Director
John Leahy
Technical Theatre Instructor
B.F.A., University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Costume Shop Manager
Ashley Shaughnessy
Theatre & Film Costume Shop Manager
A.A., Allen Community College
B.G.S., Pittsburg State University
Ashley Shaughnessy is a local entrepreneur and artist. Ashley manages our Costume Shop, Designs Costumes for productions, works as a props artisan, coordinates our wardrobe crew, and supervises our front of house. She won a Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region V Certificate of Merit for her Lobby Display for The Woman in Black. Her past experience includes working as a Visual and Fashion Merchandiser. She received her Associate of Arts in her hometown from Allen Community College, and a Bachelor of General Studies with emphasis in Fine Arts from Pittsburg State University.