Alumni in Residence: Hannah Gaff, Theatre "Play, Connection, and Impact: The Garbage Monster"
Friday, October 2, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Allendale Campus
Alumni, Community, Faculty, Staff, Students
An Interactive Workshop & Q&A with 2026 Distinguished Alumna Hannah Gaff Join GVSU Theatre alumna Hannah Gaffinternational theatre creator, Assistant Professor of Theater at the University of La Verne, therapeutic clown, and founder of Theatre for Climate Justicefor an energetic session exploring the transformative power of performance.
This interactive event leads participants through hands-on work in play, connection, and creation, followed by a documentary presentation and screening of The Garbage Monster. The session concludes with an open Q&A on applying theatre for social change, using your skills to create impact in the world, and life after GVSU. Note for attendees: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement if you'd like to participate!
Location Information
Room 1721, Haas Center for Performing Arts
Download parking map for the Allendale Campus
Contact Information
Dr. James Bell
[email protected]
Dept. of Music, Theatre, and Dance
(616) 331-3484
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This event was added to the calendar by Bridgett Vanderhoof (vandebri@gvsu.edu) on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 9:56 a.m.
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