Theater Department

The Vision:

"Theater at Lafayette is transformative for students. Students learn every aspect of theater in our department, which melds classroom inquiry with high-caliber theater production. We are especially proud of the recently expanded opportunities we offer students in directing, design and playwriting, along with our revived Fringe Festival, which showcases experimental and new student work."

— Mary Jo Lodge, Head of Theater Department

Where Your Gift Goes:

Your gift helps create transformative opportunities for Lafayette theater students, both on and off the stage. Support two exciting initiatives that will shape the future of the Theater Department:

• Broadway Bound Help: send students to New York City to experience Broadway productions, connect with professional artists, and gain inspiration from some of the best theater in the world.
• Mics for Musicals: Help provide wireless microphones for student performers and orchestra members, ensuring every voice, lyric, and note can be heard.

Together, these initiatives expand access to hands-on learning, professional experiences, and exceptional performances for Lafayette students.

The Impact:

"At Lafayette, I was able to discover my passion for directing. I gained the skills necessary to better prepare me, push me, and inspire me to pursue my MFA in theatre direction at Columbia University."

— Lizzie Gumula '22