Theatre Arts & Dance Alumni Make Change Beyond the Stage
Given the wide array of talents, interests, and achievements of our students, it’s no surprise that the Department of Theatre Arts & Dance graduates go on to diverse and exciting careers. Six of our alumni share highlights from their time in CLA, anecdotes from their jobs, advice for current students, and more fascinating insights in this series of Q&As.
Alumna Sarah Grace Goldman (BFA ‘21, acting) believes her liberal arts education gave her the tools she needs to be successful in theatre. After all, “to be a well-rounded artist, you must be a well-rounded person,” she explains.
Alumna Natasha Wright (BFA ‘19, acting) discusses her job in theatre administration, explains the importance of a liberal arts education, and gives advice to current students.
Read "Natasha Wright: Leading in Theatre from Behind the Scenes"
Sara C. Olson (BA ‘91, theatre and music) works as a cutter-fitter and patternmaker for costumes for major motion pictures, creating looks for Ant-Man and other iconic characters.
As a social justice theatre teacher, Crystal Spring (BA ‘06, theatre arts) shows students that theatre can be here and now, existing as a reflection of our own stories and identities.
Read "Crystal Spring: Shaping a New Generation with Theatre"
Alexander Pham (BFA ‘15, dance and BS ‘15, human resource development) shares his experiences as a professional dancer and explains how a CLA education “laid the groundwork and connections for [his] professional career.”
“I love that [dance] is constantly changing and shifting because it shows that this art form can adapt and respond to our changing world,” says Alexandra Eady (BA ‘16, dance), who teaches, performs, and explores ways of healing with dance.
