Evangel University Theatre

Evangel University Theatre The Evangel University Theatre Department is dedicated to presenting performances that uplift and inspire, guided by Christ-centered values.

We are committed to nurturing the soul and celebrating the transformative power of storytelling. The Theatre program at Evangel University (EU) offers highly motivated students the educational opportunities they need to become well-rounded theatre professionals and educators. Students have the option of majoring in Theatre/Speech Education, Theatre/Music or Theatre. A minor and concentration in Th

eatre are available as well. Interdisciplinary programs at EU that integrate theatre include a BFA in Film. Our theatre program is dedicated to developing students to acknowledge and exemplify legacy, excellence and truth. Students have the opportunity to develop and increase acting, technical theatre and directing skills during their time at the University. Evangel's theatre program has a long history of producing classical drama; musical theatre has been added enhance opportunities for students with a wide range of theatrical interests.

05/03/2026

Congrats to our own, Lori Lawley on her retirement! From EU actor and theatre major to acting coach, director, and professor- Professor Lawley has been such a pillar of this program for so long.

We had the privilege of honoring Professor Lawley once more at her retirement reception yesterday. Surrounded by family, friends, colleagues, current students, and alumni- it is undeniable the impact she has had, the legacy she leaves behind, and the love and gratitude that we all have for her. We will forever be “changed for good” because of knowing her. 💚🎶

We had such a wonderful time getting to see “Wicked” and attend a Q&A with cast members today!
04/24/2026

We had such a wonderful time getting to see “Wicked” and attend a Q&A with cast members today!

“The Sound of Music” photo dump #2 in honor of our second weekend of shows! Phot credit to: Chuck Neely & Cassie Walker
04/17/2026

“The Sound of Music” photo dump #2 in honor of our second weekend of shows!

Phot credit to: Chuck Neely & Cassie Walker

On Saturday, we were honored to welcome special guests from Evangel’s original The Sound of Music cast (1985)! They join...
04/14/2026

On Saturday, we were honored to welcome special guests from Evangel’s original The Sound of Music cast (1985)! They joined us for the performance and spent time connecting with our current cast members—many of whom are playing the very same roles. What a meaningful full-circle moment!

We also had the joy of celebrating our own Lori Lawley as she prepares to retire at the end of this semester. Her impact on this program and its students is truly lasting.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made our opening weekend so special—we felt your support every step of the way. Only 3 shows left!

“The Sound of Music” photo dump in honor of opening night!! How amazing to have sold out every show before we even opene...
04/09/2026

“The Sound of Music” photo dump in honor of opening night!! How amazing to have sold out every show before we even opened. Thank you!🥹

Also, a huge THANK YOU to our costumer, Carol Ann Neely for the beautiful costumes, and her husband, Chuck Neely for these amazing photos!

All showings of “The Sound of Music” are SOLD OUT! We are so excited to share this show with you and grateful for the im...
04/07/2026

All showings of “The Sound of Music” are SOLD OUT! We are so excited to share this show with you and grateful for the immense support from our community!!

📸 Photo credit to the amazing Chuck Neely!

TICKET UPDATE: We have 6 seats left in our remaining shows—these seats are open to anyone!
04/06/2026

TICKET UPDATE: We have 6 seats left in our remaining shows—these seats are open to anyone!

“The Sound of Music” showings on April 18th and 19th are SOLD OUT! Very few tickets remain for the other performances, s...
04/06/2026

“The Sound of Music” showings on April 18th and 19th are SOLD OUT! Very few tickets remain for the other performances, so reserve your seat before they’re all gone!!

Happy opening week to the cast and crew!

Were you part of Evangel’s original 1985 production of The Sound of Music? 🎶We’re hosting a special reunion reception af...
04/02/2026

Were you part of Evangel’s original 1985 production of The Sound of Music? 🎶

We’re hosting a special reunion reception after our show on April 11, and we would love to celebrate with you! Seats for the show are limited, but we’re doing our best to make room for as many original cast, crew, and musicians as possible.

If you’d like to attend but don’t have a ticket yet, send us a message—we’d be honored to have you join us!

It may be April Fools’ Day, but it’s no joke that most of our shows for “The Sound of Music” are almost sold out— so get...
04/01/2026

It may be April Fools’ Day, but it’s no joke that most of our shows for “The Sound of Music” are almost sold out— so get your tickets before it’s too late!! Tickets can be purchased here: https://cur8.com/projects/22688

(A big thank you to Cassie Walker for these rehearsal pics from tech week!) 📸❤️

We had a wonderful time at the Missouri Thespian Conference—meeting so many talented theatre students, participating in ...
01/11/2026

We had a wonderful time at the Missouri Thespian Conference—meeting so many talented theatre students, participating in college auditions and interviews, and catching the national tour of The Outsiders in St. Louis!

Even a torrential downpour couldn’t dampen the fun. A huge thank you to our four theatre students who represented Evangel so beautifully, and to Ben Paris and the admissions team for making this experience possible. We loved sharing Evangel Theatre with so may students from across the state!

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Springfield, MO
65802

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