About the Clubs
Ten Appalachian State University student organizations have a formal association with The Department of Theatre and Dance. Together they make up the "TD Club Alliance." These clubs and organizations serve the department by providing leadership opportunities for students; providing artistic and professional development opportunities for students; and supporting the department at recruitment events and other events. While the clubs remain autonomous and completely student-run, the department serves its associated student organizations by providing them with space for meetings, rehearsals, and performances; assisting with media release distribution; and providing consultation with faculty and staff to support them in managing their organization. We encourage every one of our students - majors, minors, and non-majors alike - to become involved with at least one of them.
APO - Alpha Psi Omega, Lambda Zeta Cast
Lambda-Zeta is Appalachian State’s chapter of Alpha Psi Omega (APO), “the sole national honor society dedicated to collegiate theatre participants in the United States” (alphapsiomega.org). As a service organization, APO is committed to the national motto of “Seek a Life Useful” as we strive to make our community a better place through volunteer work and various service projects. In addition to our service work, APO has become known for our annual shadow-cast production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Boone’s beloved Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, every October, and a student-directed and produced production every Spring semester (past productions include Assassins, Ride The Cyclone, and Wait Until Dark). Interested students are encouraged to look over the current APO eligibility point system and follow our Instagram page for updates about club happenings, interest meetings, and entrance interviews. For more information, reach out to the APO president, Alexa Trotter (trotteran@appstate.edu), or Vice President, Spencer Moore (mooresr5@appstate.edu).
Faculty Advisor: Ray Miller
Appalachian Musical Theatre Club
The Appalachian Musical Theatre Club is open to all students on campus interested in promoting and performing in musical theatre. Their goal is to offer performance and production opportunities to students of all skill levels, majors, and backgrounds on campus. The club provides multiple performance opportunities throughout the academic year. These include Miscast (a variety showcase), Cabaret performances, and a fully produced, student-run musical each fall. Check out the Facebook page or Instagram for information.
Faculty Advisor: Kevin Warner
Entropy Dance Crew
Entropy Dance Crew brings together different individuals with a shared passion for dance. By creating a welcoming environment focused on both personal and collective growth, Entropy helps members of all backgrounds and experience levels express themselves through the art form of dance. Entropy is actively involved in the campus and local community, hosting open classes and participating in a variety of service activities. Entropy also travels throughout North Carolina to perform and network with other dancers in our community. The Crew holds auditions each semester to seek out dancers at AppState. They hold weekly practices that gear them up for their bi-annual showcase at the end of each semester. Crews from other universities in NC, as well as solo dancers from around the U.S., are invited to these showcases to demonstrate their talents. Check them out on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook.
Faculty Advisor: Sherone Price
Kaptivate Dance Crew
Kaptivate Dance Crew is Appalachian State's first and only K-Pop dance club. Kaptivate strives to be beginner-friendly and create a welcoming and fun environment. They hold weekly workshops in the Varsity Gym every Friday from 6-8pm where members, alumni, and guests can join any time. At the end of every school year, Kaptivate hosts a showcase to present all the work they have accomplished over the semester, and they invite other local dance crews to perform with them. You can see Kaptivate perform at events around campus throughout the school year. If you are interested in Kaptivate or have any questions, please contact them via Instagram at @/kaptivateasu or their email at kaptivate.asu@gmail.com.
Faculty Advisor: Sherone Price
Momentum Dance Club
Momentum Dance Club is a student organization that is open to all students on campus who are interested in dance. The club holds open dance classes, different fundraising events, and a showcase each year. Proceeds from the Momentum Showcase go to fund classes with guest artists and support students in expanding their dance experience. This club is for everyone regardless of age, gender, skill level, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status. For more information about Momentum, see their Instagram page.
Faculty Advisor: Sam Stone
NouN Improv
NouN Improv Comedy is a club/performance team that aims to teach, perform, and bring awareness to the art of improvised comedy. NouN's goal is to provide a space to comfortably practice and hone the skills of unscripted acting work. This is done through regular “open practices” which are workshops dedicated to letting the larger community have a space to explore improvised theatre. Auditions occur at the start of the academic year for the NouN performance team, which regularly produces and puts on a variety of themed shows, culminating in an annual comedy festival “Funny Fest” at the end of the spring semester. If you are interested in auditioning or keeping up with the performances and open practices, follow @noun_improv on Instagram or visit their website.
Faculty Advisor: Elizabeth Parks
Playcrafters
Playcrafters, Appalachian State's oldest student organization, is a club open to all students on campus who are interested in theater, writing, and putting on a show. This club is very beginner-friendly and zero theatre experience is needed to enjoy it. Dues are $5.00 and social activities include master classes and workshops, movie nights, and fun, interactive meetings. The club sponsors the 24-Hour Play Festival in the fall; the New Play Festival, a wide range of original one-act plays written by students, in the spring; and the Playwrights Guild, a group of student playwrights who meet to work together. For more information, follow their Instagram or contact the club at appstateplaycrafters@gmail.com.
Faculty Advisor: Martha Marking
Syncopation Tap Club
Syncopation Tap Club gives all students who enjoy tap dancing or are new to the art form the space to improve and collaborate with others who share this interest. Meetings are student-led, where members teach warm-up, across-the-floor, center combinations, or a combo. Along with bi-weekly classes, members may participate in the club's Fall and Spring Showcases, where they can audition for a group piece or create their own. Syncopation's Instagram is a great way to learn more about the club, so DM the officers there or email them at syncopationasu@gmail.com.
Faculty Advisor: Lindsay Masland
Technical Theatre Club
The Technical Theatre Club is a student-run organization that provides experience and networking for students interested in theatre design and technology. We provide technical support for the other theatre clubs, hold workshops to learn technical skills, and host fundraisers such as a haunted house and thrift sale. The club is open to all students regardless of major. Check out our Instagram, or you can email us at asutechtheatreclub@gmail.com.
Staff Advisor: Matthew Tyson
W+ITT - Women and Inclusive Theatre Troupe
The Women’s Plus Inclusive Theatre Troupe is a club dedicated to radical inclusivity by making theatre an accessible creative pursuit for any person who does not adhere to the guidelines of the patriarchal hegemony. They aim to provide a safe space for artists by hosting events such as the Feminine Identity Gala in the fall, an assembled collection of art pieces of any medium depicting the individual’s relationship with the feminine identity. In the spring they dedicate their resources to producing a student-written, directed, and performed play that focuses on providing a space for underrepresented stories and uplifting marginalized voices. "Come and join the spread of positivity and love!" If you have questions you can reach out to their High Priestess (President) Mac Boone at boonemt2@appstate.edu, or find out more about upcoming events through their Instagram.
Faculty Advisor: Gina Grandi