MESA, Arizona - Mesa Community College and its Theatre and Film Arts Department is pleased to announce its recipients of the 26th Annual ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence in non-contracted theatre and production categories, presented during a celebration on Monday, September 19, 2016.
The ariZoni awards were created to promote the visibility, cooperation and growth of theatre in the Valley and are dedicated to recognizing excellence in theatrical performances, as well as individuals who produce exceptional work in all aspects of theatre.
“Recognition for excellence by peers is a very high honor,” said Kevin Dressler, MCC director of Theatre Arts. “A well-rounded theatrical experience, including participation in award competitions such as the ariZoni Theatre Awards, helps students develop confidence and propels them from competence to excellence in whatever profession they choose to pursue.”
The categories and MCC ariZoni awardees are:
Students
Actress in a Major Role in a Play – Ausette Anderies, Three Sisters
Actress in a Major Role in a Play – Samantha Hanna, Three Sisters
Department
Overall Production in a Play - Three Sisters
Faculty
Scenic Design – Kara E. Thomson, Alice in Wonderland
Hair & Make Design – Mallory Maria Prucha, Alice in Wonderland
Artistic Specialization / Puppet Design - Mallory Maria Prucha, Alice in Wonderland
Costume Design - Mallory Maria Prucha, Three Sisters
Guest Artists
Director of a Play - Matthew Wiener, Three Sisters
Artistic Specialization / Media Design – Daniel Fine, Alice in Wonderland
Property Design – Mary Rooney, Three Sisters
Lighting Design - Dallas Nichols, Three Sisters
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Contacts
Kevin Dressler, MCC Faculty and Director of Theatre Activities and Performance, 480-461-7538, kevin.dressler@mesacc.edu
Dawn Zimmer, MCC Media Relations, 480-461-7892, dawn.zimmer@mesacc.edu
Sally Mesarosh, MCC Media Relations, sally.mesarosh@mesacc.edu
About Mesa Community College
Mesa Community College is nationally recognized for its service-learning, civic engagement and innovative educational programs, which include university transfer, career and technical, workforce development, and lifelong learning. Host to 40,000 students annually, MCC offers more than 195 degree and certificate programs at its two campuses and additional locations. MCC’s student body hails predominantly from the East Valley of Phoenix and includes Veteran, American Indian and International students who enrich the learning experience. Award-winning faculty are dedicated to student success providing the education and training that empowers MCC students to compete locally and globally. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015, MCC is one of 10 colleges in the Maricopa County Community College District. The District also includes the Maricopa Corporate College and two skill centers. For additional information, visit mesacc.edu.
Mesa Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) http://www.ncahlc.org
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.