Shows directed and produced by students as class projects or independent work occur regularly in the Black Box Theater. One of the preceding plays was written by a Lehigh graduate. Many events are sponsored by the Mustard and Cheese Drama Society, the country s second oldest collegiate drama club. Auditions and production crews are open to all members of the university community. Production opportunities exist in performance, choreography, set and costume construction, properties management, lighting, sound, house management and publicity.
Advanced students have opportunities to direct or design, under faculty supervision.
Outstanding work in the mainstage or lab theatre seasons may be recognized with Williams prizes and theatre department prizes in acting, directing, design, and technical production. The music department offers students an array of ensembles in which to perform and develop leadership skills. The choruses, bands, orchestra, and ensembles are conducted by members of the faculty and managed by elected student leaders. Nearly all performances, except Christmas Vespers, are held in Baker Hall in the new Zoellner Arts Center. The Overtones is a select small group performing jazz and popular arrangements that performs in a variety of settings each year.