wwudrama
wwudrama is the theatre arts program on the Walla Walla University campus. We are dedicated to producing uplifting, creative, and meaningful theatre for the campus and community.
In 1961 Professor Donnie Rigby directed a stage play for the Walla Walla College Aleph Gimel Ain (AGA) club weekend. From this humble beginning, drama offerings expanded to a fully staged play being produced at least once a year. The rich tradition continues today, growing into two facilities and a full season, including two main stage productions, and an annual student-directed Festival of Shorts.
Cast
The Ground We Lost: Two Tales of American Crisis
Cast list now posted!
Thank you to everyone who auditioned! Please reach out if you are interested in being part of the tech crew.
Upcoming Shows
Celebrating 65 Years of Drama
Celebrate 65 years of drama at Walla Walla University! Join us on Saturday, April 25, for a low-key evening of theatrical fun during Alumni Weekend.
As the longest-running theater program in the Adventist system, we’re marking this milestone with an “encore” of this year’s Festival of Shorts and our drama club-favorite Open Script improv.
How to Join the Fun:
- Watch: Relax, reminisce, and enjoy the show!
- Play: Jump into an improv scene on the spot.
- Perform: Dust off a favorite monologue, song, or short scene with friends.
No costumes or memorization required—just a night to reconnect and laugh. Want a spot on stage? Submit an interest form now to let us know you're coming!
Walla Walla University Campus Theatre Venues
Village Hall
One of the oldest buildings still standing on campus, Village Hall is an icon of Walla Walla University. The building, with its castle-like tower, was built in 1920 as the campus church. In 1939 the campus church moved to Columbia Auditorium and the building served as the College Place Village Church until 1962. It remained a sacred space until 1971, when it became the home for Walla Walla College drama. The building retains much of its original features: the beautiful stained glass windows remain, but the old church pews have been replaced with much more comfortable theatre-style seats. The organ is long gone. A large screen and projector have been added enabling additional uses for the venue. With its imposing exterior and charming interior, Village Hall is a truly beautiful space for theatre.
Directions: Village Hall is located on the Walla Walla University Campus (204 S College Ave, College Place, WA 99324.) It is on College Ave directly across from the administration building.
The Donnie Rigby Stage
Named for Donnie Rigby—who founded and spent 31 years leading Walla Walla College Drama—the Donnie Rigby Stage is wwudrama’s state of the art theatre space. The Stage’s key characteristic is its flexibility. Seating changes for each show, allowing for anything from multiple stages to theatre in the round. A lighting grid covers the entire room, allowing any part of the theatre to be lit. This theatre has no "front" so the stage is also very intimate, with seating for only about 100 people, which allows for state of the art equipment, incredible flexibility, and a sense of closeness to the action.
Directions: The Donnie Rigby Stage is on the west end of the Walla Walla University Campus in the Canaday Technology Center. The parking lot is on the corner of SW 4th St. and SW Davis Ave. The Entrance is located to the left of Positive Life Radio.
Walla Walla University Drama
204 S College Ave
College Place, WA 99324
wwudrama Box Office
(509) 527-2832
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