Avery Woolard of Harrisburg Signs for SIC Theatre
Avery Woolard of Harrisburg joins the Southeastern Illinois College thespians as she commits to perform on the Allan G. Kimball Stage at SIC this fall.
Woolard, who just began performing this year, said, “Theatrefest sparked my excitement for acting. I loved all of the classes I took, and I’ve seen how my friends enjoy the theatre experience. I’m looking forward to being a regular part of that experience at SIC while making new friends.”
Woolard just performed in Harrisburg High School’s Freaky Friday with a leading role.
Aside from acting, Woolard was involved in many extracurriculars in high school, including volleyball (player and manager), pep club, yearbook staff, newspaper staff, and was even in the top 33% of journalism students in Quill and Scroll.
She plans on majoring in psychology with emphasis on clinical/mental health. She hopes to achieve her doctorate and work for a mental health facility.
“Avery showed promise in her role in Freaky Friday, and I am looking forward to having her here at SIC,” said Gareth York, SIC Theatre instructor.
The SIC Theatre in the George T. Dennis Visual & Performing Arts Center seats 450 people and produces four student shows throughout the year, plus two Junior Falcon Productions shows for children and high school students in the summer. Those interested in talent scholarships to attend SIC or more information can contact gareth.york@sic.edu or call 618-252-5400, ext. 2485.
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