Based in Boston, Massachusetts, opposite the historic Boston Common and in the heart of the city’s Theatre District, Emerson College educates individuals who will solve problems and change the world through engaged leadership in communication and the arts, a mission informed by liberal learning. The College has approximately 4,161 undergraduates and 554 graduate students from across the United States and nearly 70 countries. Supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a renowned faculty, students participate in more than 90 student organizations and performance groups. Emerson is known for its experiential learning programs at Emerson Los Angeles, located in Hollywood, and at its 14th-century castle, in the Netherlands. Additionally, there are opportunities to study in Washington, DC, London, China, and the Czech Republic, Spain, Austria, Greece, France, Ireland, Mexico, Cuba, England, and South Africa. The College has an active network of 51,000+ alumni who hold leadership positions in communication and the arts.
(see more)Based in Boston, Massachusetts, opposite the historic Boston Common and in the heart of the city’s Theatre District, Emerson College educates individuals who will solve problems and change the world through engaged leadership in communication and the arts, a mission informed by liberal learning. The College has approximately 4,161 undergraduates and 554 graduate students from across the United States and nearly 70 countries. Supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a renowned faculty, students participate in more than 90 student organizations and performance groups. Emerson is known for its experiential learning programs at Emerson Los Angeles, located in Hollywood, and at its 14th-century castle, in the Netherlands. Additionally, there are opportunities to study in Washington, DC, London, China, and the Czech Republic, Spain, Austria, Greece, France, Ireland, Mexico, Cuba, England, and South Africa. The College has an active network of 51,000+ alumni who hold leadership positions in communication and the arts.
Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of "How We Got On"
Emerson Stage presents How We Got On, written by Idris Goodwin and directed by Summer L. Williams on October 12-14 at the Paramount Center. The production explores the life of suburnan teens coming of age in 1980s, dreaming of fame and fortune, and their journey of finding themselves in the culture of Hip-Hop.
Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of Little Women
Emerson Stage presents "Little Women," a timeless classic by Louisa May Alcott, performed September 27-30 at the Greene Theater in Boston, MA. This adaption performed by Emersonians encapulates the world of the March sisters, and their journey through sisterhood.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production The Loyals
Emerson College students participated in the Emerson Stage production of The Loyals, a comedy about treason, in conjunction with NewFest: New Play Workshop. Written by Allison Gregory and directed by Courtney Sale, the play took place March 30-April 2 in the Semel Theatre in Boston, MA. Play description: A divided young country in the midst of a Revolution. A bright, eighteen-year-old socialite who becomes the wife of infamous war-hero-turned-traitor Benedict Arnold. Together they set out to undo America.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson College Production of Cabaret
Emerson College Students participated in the Emerson Stage production of Cabaret. The musical takes place in a Berlin nightclub in the late 1920s and is a story about the danger of complacency during adversity -- a present and necessary warning. Cabaret credits: Book by Joe Masteroff, based on the play by John Van Druten, stories by Christopher Isherwood, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb. This production was directed by Ilana Ransom Toeplitz, with music direction by Sariva Goetz and choreography by Christopher Shin.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage NewFest: Short Works Festival
Emerson College students participated in Emerson Stage's NewFest: Short Works, a festival of short plays written, directed, and performed by Emerson College students, performed March 8 and 9 in the Semel Theatre in Boston, MA. Plays featured: What If, written by Althea Champion and directed by Brenda Huggins, Eternity 5, written by Madison Mondeaux and directed by Allison Taaffe, Biscotti, written by Rose Hanish and directed by Hannah Nilsson, The Rock, written by Jillian Hetherman and directed by Zach Fuller, Geese, Not Gooses, written by Jackson Bailey and directed by Jake Tolentino, Recollection - The Magnus Archives Adaptation, written by Alex Goldman and directed by Josh O'Brien, Plans/Places, written by Kimstelle Merisma and directed by Sofia Lindgren Galloway, and That Feeling, written by Fatima Jafar and directed by Kandyce Whittingham.
College Students Showcase Films at It's All True Festival
Emerson College students showcased their films at the It's All True festival on April 4 and 5, 2023 at The Bright Family Screening Room at The Paramount Theatre, located in Boston, Massachusetts. It's All True is Emerson College's Documentary Film Festival that features outstanding documentary work by Emerson students.
College Students Showcase Films at It's All True Festival
Emerson College students showcased their films at the It's All True festival on April 4 and 5, 2023 at The Bright Family Screening Room at Paramount Theatre, located in Boston, Massachusetts. It's All True is Emerson College's Documentary Film Festival that features outstanding documentary work by Emerson students.
Emerson College Students Co-Executive Produce Production of Jelly's Last Jam
Emerson College students co- executive produced a production Jelly's Last Jam on Friday, March 31st, 2023, at the Semel Theater in Boston, MA. The musical featured an all-Black cast, which was very important to co-executive producers Jasmine Hawkins '23 and McKennen Campbell '23. Written by George C. Wolfe in 1991, Jelly's Last Jam follows the story of jazz pioneer Jelly Roll Morton. The performace begins with a recently deceased Jelly Roll who is conjured by a mysterious being named "Chimney Man" to relive his life. The story shares the joy, celebration, and contributions Black people have given to art.
Emerson College Students Participate in Production of Jelly's Last Jam
Emerson College students participated in a variety of roles for the production of Jelly's Last Jam on March 31st, 2023, at the Semel Theater in Boston, MA. The musical featured an all-Black cast, which was very important to the director and co-executive producer, Jasmine Hawkins '23, and music director and co-executive producer, McKennen Campbell '23. Written by George C. Wolfe in 1991, Jelly's Last Jam follows the story of jazz pioneer Jelly Roll Morton. The performace begins with a recently deceased Jelly Roll who is conjured by a mysterious being named "Chimney Man" to relive his life. The story shares the joy, celebration, and contributions Black people have given to art.
Emerson College Students Perform at Open Mic Night For EmBrace Our HeArts Festival
Emerson College students performed at the Open Mic Night on March 26th, 2023 at SPC theatre, at Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts. The event was part of the three-day EmBrace Our HeArts Festival, highlighting performance, film, and poetry. The final evening of the festival featured a book sale and open mic in partnership with Beacon Hill Books & Cafe. The open mic featured stories, poems, and more by students of color. A book truck provided a selection of books by authors of color for sale. The School of the Arts Dean's Fellows for Racial Equity and Leadership Development created the arts festival to celebrate diverse voices at Emerson. The festival showcased work across the Visual and Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Writing, Literature & Publishing departments.
Emerson College Student Film Screened at EmBrace Our HeArts Film Festival
Emerson College student work was screened at the EmBrace Our HeArts Film Festival event on Friday, March 24th, 2023 in the SPC Theater at Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, which featured performance, film, and poetry. The School of the Arts Dean's Fellows for Racial Equity and Leadership Development created the arts festival to celebrate diverse voices at Emerson. The festival showcased work across the Visual and Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Writing, Literature & Publishing departments.
Emerson College Students Create Embrace Our HeArts Festival
Emerson College students created the Embrace Our HeArts Festival. Taking place over the course of three days, the events showcased students' talent and creativity. The School of the Arts Dean's Fellows for Racial Equity and Leadership Development created the arts festival to celebrate diverse voices at Emerson. The festival showcased work across the Visual and Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Writing, Literature & Publishing departments.
Emerson College Student Work Spotlighted at EmBrace Our HeArts Festival
Emerson College students' work was spotlighted at the three-day EmBrace Our HeArts Festival from March 24th-26th, 2023. Performances from students took place at the Into the Spotlight event on Saturday, March 25th, 2023 in the Cutler Majestic Theater at Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. The live performances including comedy sketches, dance, selections from musicals, and more. The School of the Arts Dean's Fellows for Racial Equity and Leadership Development created the arts festival to celebrate diverse voices at Emerson. The festival showcased work across the Visual and Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Writing, Literature & Publishing departments.
Emerson College Student Films Shown at 2023 Emerson Film Festival
The 22nd annual Emerson Film Festival took place in the Bright Family Screening room in Paramount Center on March 22nd. The festival screened 12 short documentary, narrative, and experimental films made by Emerson students. The screening was followed by a live moderated conversation with student filmmakers as well.
Emerson College Student Writes Emerson Stage Production Mary, Sweet Mary
Emerson College student Munroe Shearer wrote the Emerson Stage production of Mary, Sweet Mary. The world premiere was held March 2-5, 2023 at the Greene Theater at Emerson College, Boston, MA. Each year, the Rod Parker Playwriting Fellowship is awarded to a student playwright, and their play is taken from page to stage. Mary, Sweet Mary tells the story of Queen Elizabeth I and her anxieties surrounding her legacy, duties, and how it manifests towards the people around her. Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts are where the next generation of actors, designers, stage managers, technicians, administrators, and educators work alongside distinguished faculty, professional staff, and visiting artists to bring skills learned in the classroom to vibrant life on stage.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production Mary, Sweet Mary
Emerson College students participate in the Emerson Stage production of Mary, Sweet Mary on March 2-5, 2023 at the Greene Theater at Emerson College, Boston, MA. Mary, Sweet Mary tells the story of Queen Elizabeth I and her anxieties surrounding her legacy, duties, and how it manifests towards the people around her. Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts are where the next generation of actors, designers, stage managers, technicians, administrators, and educators work alongside distinguished faculty, professional staff, and visiting artists to bring skills learned in the classroom to vibrant life on stage.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of The Secret in the Wings
Emerson College students participated in Emerson Stage production of The Secret in the Wings on February 9th-12th, 2023 in the Semel Theatre at Emerson College, located in Boston, MA. Written by Mary Zimmerman and directed by Emerson Stage's Artistic Director, Annie G. Levy, The Secret in the Wings, an adaptation of Brother Grimms' fairy tales, is a story of a child and her frightening babysitter who shares with her stories of hope, despair, terror, and resilience. sprinkled with humor. Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts are where the next generation of actors, designers, stage managers, technicians, administrators, and educators work alongside distinguished faculty, professional staff, and visiting artists to bring skills learned in the classroom to vibrant life on stage.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of Paris
Emerson College students particpate in Emerson Stage production of Paris on January 26th-29th in the Jackie Liebergott Black Box Theater at Emerson College in Boston, MA. Paris features Emmie, one of the only Black people living in Paris, Vermont. The play touches on isolation and invisibility. Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts are where the next generation of actors, designers, stage managers, technicians, administrators, and educators work alongside distinguished faculty, professional staff, and visiting artists to bring skills learned in the classroom to vibrant life on stage.
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of "Are You Someone To Somebody?"
Emerson College students participated in Emerson Stage's production of "Are You Someone To Somebody?", performed December 8th-11th, 2022 in the Greene Theater at Emerson College in Boston, MA. Conceived of and directed by Lindsay Beamish, the show is a mixture of text, movement, abstract design, and media; a new work highlighting the the general human experience.
Emerson College Students Curate New Exhibition "Perspectives: Micro to Macro"
With the help of Emerson Contemporary, Emerson College's platform for presenting contemporary visual art, Emerson students presents a new exhibition "Perspectives: Micro to Macro." The exhibit was located at 25 Avery Street, Emerson's Media Art Gallery, from November 30 through December 16, 2022. The exhibition was curated by 15 Emerson undergraduate students as part of a Visual Media Arts course, "Curating Contemporary Art," taught by Dr. Leonie Bradbury. Emerson Contemporary is the College's platform for showcasing contemporary visual art. It is focused on presenting living artists, their ideas, experiments, and creative practices in the areas of media art, performance art, and emergent technologies, while critically examining these works in their social context.
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Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of Old Jake's Skirts
Students participated in Emerson Stage's production of Old Jake's Skirts on November 9th-13th, 2022 at the Semel Theater at Emerson College in Boston, MA. Old Jake's Skirts tells of the story of a farmer living a dull life. Jake's life is turned around when he discovers a trunk of skirts - the discovery brings color to Jake's life.
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2022 Dec 16
Emerson College Students Participates in Emerson Stage Production of The Spitfire Grill
Students participated in Emerson Stage's production of The Spitfire Grill, performed October 13-16th, 2022 in the Robert J. Orchard Stage (Paramount Center) at Emerson College in Boston, MA. The Spitfire Grill follows Percy as she travels to a small town in Wisconsin, working at Hannah's Spitfire Grill. The musical is a heartwarming tale of hope and redemption.
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2022 Oct 20
Emerson College Students Participate in Emerson Stage Production of The Wolves
Students participated in Emerson Stage's production of The Wolves, performed September 21-24, 2022, in the Jackie Liebergott Black Box Theater at Emerson College in Boston, MA.
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2022 Oct 13
Emerson College Students Honored with Montoni Film Catalyst Fund Award
Emerson College students were honored this past spring with the Montoni Film Catalyst Fund Award.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Student Honored Spring 2022 PA Awards
Emerson College students were honored this spring during the 2022 Performing Arts Awards.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Student Honored during Spring 2022 PA Awards
Emerson College students were honored this spring during the 2022 Performing Arts Awards.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Student Honored during Spring 2022 PA Awards
Emerson College students were honored this past spring during the 2022 Performing Arts Awards.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Students Honored at Spring 2022 PA Awards
Emerson College students were honored this spring during the 2022 Performing Arts Awards.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Students Honored with the Bright Film Completion Fund
Emerson College students selected from BFA Committee to receive support from the Bright Film Completion Fund.
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2022 Jun 23
Emerson College Students Awarded at Spring 2022 PA Awards
Emerson College students honored this spring with 2022 Performing Arts Awards.
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2022 Jun 23