Shenandoah Conservatory

05/23/2026

Class of 2026, it was a joy and honor to celebrate your achievements at Shenandoah University's Commencement and Shenandoah Conservatory's Honors Recital, Awards Ceremony & Graduate Hooding earlier this month! 🎓

200 conservatory students representing 27 degree and certificate programs were recognized as part of these culminating events.

We are incredibly proud of your artistry, dedication and perseverance, and we cannot wait to see how you shape the future of music, theatre, dance and performing arts leadership in the years ahead. Congratulations, graduates — we know your communities and the arts world will be better because of you!

05/06/2026

We are thrilled to welcome legendary singer-songwriter Paul Anka this August as he takes the stage for “Paul Anka: A Man and His Music,” an unforgettable evening celebrating one of the most iconic voices in popular music! Tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 12 at conservatoryperforms.org.

Shenandoah University presents legendary singer-songwriter Paul Anka in “Paul Anka: A Man and His Music” on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre. The performance offers audiences an […]

04/29/2026

Emily Steinhardt ’22 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) has joined the company of “Pippin” at Signature Theatre!

Emily Steinhardt ’22 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) has joined the company of “Pippin” at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. Steinhardt

04/28/2026

Join us for a spectacular evening of swing and sophistication as the Shenandoah Conservatory Studio Big Band, featuring guests from Jazz at Lincoln Center and Shenandoah University faculty, performs the timeless music of Duke Ellington. This concert serves as the inspiring finale to a full day of regional jazz workshops and performances — you won’t want to miss it!

The Studio Big Band joins forces with guest artists from Jazz at Lincoln Center and Shenandoah University jazz faculty for a grand concert celebrating the timeless music of Duke Ellington.

04/28/2026

Jasper Thomas Moore ’29 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) and Cydney Kutcipal ’23 (B.F.A. in Musical Theatre) were recently cast in “West Side Story,” opening next month at the Tony Award-recognized Paper Mill Playhouse!

Jasper Thomas Moore ’29 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) and Cydney Kutcipal ’23 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) were cast in “West

04/27/2026

Experience an electrifying evening of rhythm and precision as members of the Percussion Ensemble present their spring concert. Join us for a dynamic program featuring powerhouse works by Andy Akiho, David Gillingham, Anna Meadors and more!

Under the direction of Assistant Professor of Percussion Karlyn Viña, members of the Percussion Ensemble present their spring concert.

04/27/2026

Witness the work of some of Shenandoah Conservatory’s most talented instrumental students with a special concert featuring a lineup of classical chamber music repertoire.

Shenandoah Conservatory highlights the work of some of its most talented instrumental students with a special concert featuring a lineup of classical chamber music repertoire.

04/26/2026

One last journey into the forest this afternoon. 🌲🎻 Don’t miss your last opportunity to experience this enchanting production of “Hansel & Gretel!”

Candace Evans, guest director
Emanuele Andrizzi, conductor
Richard W. Robbins, chorus master
Maja Tremiszewska, musical preparation
Jessie Li, choreographer
R. Eric Stone, set designer
Jennifer Flitton Adams, costume designer
Andrew Carson, lighting designer
Amy J. Larson, production stage manager
John Bonanni, production mentor

“Hansel & Gretel”
Main Stage Opera with Symphony Orchestra
Friday, April 24 at 7:30PM
Sunday, April 26 at 2:30PM
Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre

Visit conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

04/26/2026

The chaos at the Ortiz Funeral Room begins tonight! We are thrilled to open “Our Lady of 121st Street,” directed by Scott Hudson. From the mystery of Sister Rose’s stolen body to the raw, heartfelt reunions of these twelve unforgettable characters, we are ready to take you on this darkly insightful and sharply funny journey.

Scott Hudson, director
Kit Wilder, production manager/technical director
Sky Caddell, production stage manager
Emerson Stark, assistant stage manager
Kit Wilder, intimacy & violence coach
Walker Wallace, sound designer
Blake McCall & Olivia Zenetzis, assistant directors
Jacob Granado, fight captain

“Our Lady of 121st Street”
Thursday, April 23 at 7:30PM
Friday, April 24 at 7:30PM
Saturday, April 25 at 2:30PM
Saturday, April 25 at 7:30PM
Sunday, April 26 at 2:30PM
Glaize Studio Theatre

Visit the link in our bio or conservatoryperforms.org to learn more, explore the digital program and purchase tickets.

📷 by Emerson Stark

04/25/2026

Join the flute ensemble on Monday for a program featuring works by Katherine Hoover, Franz Doppler and Julia Wolfe!

Under the direction of Assistant Professor of Flute Julietta Curenton, members of the Flute Ensemble present their spring concert.