GREENVILLE, Pa.—The Thiel Players will debut their first performance under new Thiel College Director of Theatre and Professor of Theatre History J.K. Rogers, Ph.D. beginning Nov. 12.
The Thiel Players will perform Caryl Churchill’s “Love and Information” on Nov. 12–14 and Nov. 19-21 at William A. Robinson Theater. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7, while Sunday’s performance is at 2 p.m. “Love and Information” is a compilation of seven sections each with a number of ‘scenes’ that range from less than a minute in length to a few minutes long. Rogers directs and is assisted by Jakob Shingler ’22. The performance is free, but seating is limited.
For the health and safety of the Thiel College community, this event is being planned in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Pennsylvania Department of Health guidelines, which include reduced attendance, hygiene recommendations, social distancing and the use of masks regardless of vaccine status.
Rogers has worked professionally as a theatre artist and technician in numerous venues across the United States and abroad for over 20 years. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Connecticut College. Rogers also received master’s degrees in theatre and English from the University of Nebraska Omaha and a master’s degree in arts management and a doctorate in theatre from the University of Oregon.
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.