Music, Theatre and Dance Department
Service milestones: three people recognized for 45, 50 years at GVSU
During the university's 60th anniversary, three people are recognized for 45 or 50 years of service: Gregg Dimkoff, professor of finance; Roger Ellis, professor of theater; and Robert Beasecker, curator of rare books and distinguished collections for University Libraries.
Nov 17, 2020
Virtual theater, showtime: Behind-the-scenes team keeps 'ambitious' production on track
The team managing technology, costuming and more for the virtual presentation of 'The Revolutionists' has adapted to incorporating never-done-before elements into a live production.
Nov 8, 2020
Virtual theater, the rehearsals: Character development and technology adjustments both take center stage
Technology work is usually reserved toward the end of the rehearsal period for a theater production. But for a virtual production such as "The Revolutionists," early attention to technology is a must. GVNext is following the virtual production from preparation to performance.
Oct 28, 2020
Marching forward: Laker Marching Band season means some mainstays, fewer performances, same passion
Band leaders and members are rolling through a season of adjustments with their same pride.
Oct 6, 2020
Livestream performances continue a vital part of learning for Music, Theatre and Dance students
Live performances not only showcase work but give student performers an opportunity to learn how to manage the stress of being in the spotlight.
Oct 1, 2020
Virtual theater, the auditions: Student performers strive to stand out from a Zoom computer screen
GVNext will follow the theater program's virtual production of "The Revolutionists" from preparation to performance.
Sep 24, 2020
GVSU summer camp season altered, but some organizers finding ways to continue
Several camps are offering virtual opportunities for K-12 students.
Jul 2, 2020
Music will join blue lighting of Beckering Family Carillon Tower to honor critical workers
Retired Grand Valley carillonneur Julianne Vanden Wyngaard will play "America the Beautiful."
May 14, 2020
Grand Valley clarinet student places first in the nation at prestigious competition for musicians
Andrei Mazanko is the first Laker to win the national tier of the competition.
May 12, 2020
Remote learning stories: Hannah Seidel finds a way through video for dance students to learn teaching
One student, Zoe Lionas, developed new ways to provide feedback, sometimes in the moment.
Apr 24, 2020
