Doane Choral Groups
Doane Choir Releases New CD
The Doane College choral department has released its first compact disc in several years. Titled "Doane Choir on Tour," the CD features several of Doane's choral organizations: Doane Choir, Doublewide, and the quartet Downpour.
The performances all took place in the 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 academic years, mostly while the choir toured in the Midwest and California. Some were also recorded during on-campus performances and recording sessions.
Produced in association with Arnold Sound Recordings (of Manhattan, Kan.), the CDs are available for $15 at the Doane bookstore. They can also be purchased online by visiting the bookstore's online link: http://bookstore.doane.edu/
Proceeds from the sale of the CD will go to fund future choral recording projects. The choir is conducted by Doane assistant professor Dr. Kurt Runestad, and accompanied by Lisa McGlynn.
Doane Instrumental Groups
Music Education
Music Educators National Conference (MENC)
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The Theatre Department
At Doane, we believe that great theatre programs must prepare and train students for careers in all contemporary and emerging entertainment forms -- including live theatre, film, television, video, themed entertainment, and more. Our students live in a world that is interactive, collaborative, and fueled by their passion for our art form -- one that encompasses the many forms of professional practice as well as the theoretical exploration of current and emerging entertainment forms.
Our faculty and staff are known for their artistic accomplishments, professional achievements, and their ability to serve as inspiring teachers and mentors. Our students are passionate about the theatre and its possibilities -- in both scholarship and performance; they are eager to experiment and take creative risks. As an example of that risk-taking, in January 2006, our innovative rendition of Phedre was honored as a selected production to present at the 2006 Region V ACTF in Fargo, North Dakota. Our production of Woyzeck recieved a nomination for best scene the next year. This year's homage to Buster Keaton, Reeling, was honored with our third nomination in three years for best selected production.
At this year’s Region V ACTF, Doane College was awarded three outstanding accolades: the honored Meritorious Achievement Awards for Comic Ensemble (cast of Reeling); Acting Ensemble (cast of The Arabian Nights); & Costume Design (Donna Himmelberger for The Arabian Nights.)
The Doane Forensics Team
In 2006, 12 members of the Doane forensics team placed 21st out of 122 schools attending the American Forensics Association's National Individual Events Tournament at the University of Florida-Gainesville - the most elite forensics tournament in the nation.
- Cassy Blakely of Lawrence was a quarter-finalist in persuasive speaking
- Kiley Mackie of Scottsbluff was ranked 26th in communication analysis
- Abi Mihel of North Platte was elected to the All-America Team made up of 12 forensics competitors nationwide
The Forensics Team is a competitive speech group that meets once each week for practice, planning and preparation.
Doane Forensics is open to any student interested in developing public speaking skills. Students speak at high schools, church organizations, campus groups, and private groups presenting speeches they have prepared. Scholarships may be available to students with prior experience.
Art
Students who want to pursue art as an interest or a career will find that faculty teach art from a holistic, liberal arts perspective. This way, you will not only develop your creative skills and talents in a variety of media, but you'll also understand why art is important. You'll consider lessons from the past as you visualize the future.
Facilities include:
- studios for ceramics, sculpture, drawing, painting, and print making
- semi-private studio space for advanced students
- two large ceramic kilns and two etching presses
- video and slide library
- graphic design and Macintosh computer lab
Three full-time art faculty and two adjunct instructors are employed whose areas of expertise and interests include:
- painting
- ceramics
- textiles
- photography
- graphic design
- art history and theory