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Celebrating 125 Years of the University of Northern Colorado: Theater

Exhibit Guide for the University's 125th Anniversary Gallery Show

Theater

Patricia Challgren portrays Viola in the 1935 production of Twelfth Night.

Nick Nolte acted in numerous Little Theatre of the Rockies' productions between 1964-1966. His breakthrough role was in the TV mini-series Rich Man, Poor Man (1976).

Mary Jo Catlett performed in LTR's 1993 production of Gypsy.

Van Loo - Mikado, undated

Van Loo - Much ado about Nothing,1992

Little Theatre of the Rockies

The Little Theatre of the Rockies, which began in 1934, developed a national reputation for excellence and attracted actors around the region and the country to Greeley during the summer months. During its first season, LTR presented a total of eight plays on campus and four in nearby Estes Park.  The LTR eventually took over the production of plays from the Dramatics Club and provided opportunities for drama students to work with professional actors.  

B. William (Bill) Van Loo

Bill Van Loo was an associate professor of Theatre Arts, College of Performing and Visual Arts, at the University of Northern Colorado and the Designer/Technical Director for the Little Theatre of the Rockies between 1973 and 1992. His technical drawings, teaching materials, biographical materials, and collection of programs were donated to the University’s Archive.