CONROE (July 24, 2023) - Lone Star College–Montgomery Theatre Department is thrilled to announce its recent triumph at the esteemed Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) Region 6 for their stellar production of Footloose.
The Theatre Department’s rendition of the Broadway musical sensation Footloose garnered a series of regional awards for meritorious achievement, solidifying their position as a leading force in collegiate theater and leaving a lasting mark on the festival.
“The process of producing Footloose was a great joy. With familiar tunes and high-energy dance, the show is unbridled fun. To receive KCACTF recognition for our work is a testament to the detailed quality of work our students, faculty, and staff can accomplish,” said Chase Waites, Director and Professor at Lone Star College-Montgomery.
KCACTF is a national program that celebrates and promotes the finest in collegiate theater. The festival honors outstanding individuals through awards and scholarships in design, performance, directing, playwriting, stage management, dramaturgy, arts leadership, and theatre criticism. KCACTF holds its national festival in Washington, D.C. each April where collegiate students come from all eight regions. Lone Star College students participate in the festival for Region 6, which brings together college and university theater programs from Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Mexico. Each year KCACTF provides an unparalleled platform for emerging talent, fosters artistic growth, and recognizes outstanding achievements.
Under the visionary leadership of the Lone Star College-Montgomery Theatre Department, their production of Footloose captivated audiences and judges alike, resulting in a total of eight awards. The department's unwavering dedication to excellence and innovation was honored with the following regional awards:
- Directing - Chase Waites
- Excellence in Acting - Layne Roberts for her portrayal of Ethel
- Lighting Design - Michael Romero
- Scenic Design - Alexandra Hooper
- Sound Design - Rebekah Fuller
- Ensemble Work - Cast and Crew
- Representation, Equity, and Diversity - Lone Star College-Montgomery
- Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship nominees - Wyatt Langehennig for Ren, Faith Abbott for Ariel, and Aydin Mathews for Chuck
These awards demonstrate the immense talent, creativity, and hard work exhibited by the entire cast and crew of Footloose. The Lone Star College-Montgomery Theatre Department’s exceptional commitment to pushing boundaries, telling compelling stories, and delivering unforgettable theatrical experiences has been recognized by industry professionals and experts. Visit LoneStar.edu/Theatre-Montgomery to learn more about the Lone Star College-Montgomery Theatre Department and their upcoming productions.
Lone Star College enrolls over 80,000 students each semester providing high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education. LSC is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Stephen C. Head, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of LSC, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area and has been named a 2022 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education, ranked 35th in Texas in the Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers By State’ list and recognized by Fortune Magazine and Great Place To Work® as one of this year’s Best Workplaces in Texas™. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.
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