AWARDS

• J.E.A Crake Performance Award in Drama
  The J.E.A. Crake Performance Award in Drama is awarded annually at Convocation to the graduating student who, in the opinion of the members of the Drama Studies Program, has demonstrated outstanding acting ability and who has maintained high academic standing and contributed to the cultural life of the University community.
  
  It is named after Dr. Crake, who was a long time member of the Mount Allison Classics department.
  
  Prospective May graduates each year are encouraged to apply to the Director of Drama by the end of March. Watch the Drama Studies weekly newsletter for details. Applications, in hard copy, should include a covering letter, describing in broad strokes the applicant’s performance and academic history at Mount Allison, reflecting on their learning experience, and listing shows worked on, with years, directors’ names, and roles indicated.

  Nathan Cohen Memorial Scholarship
  The Nathan Cohen Memorial Scholarship was established in 1974 in memory of Nathan Cohen, a distinguished graduate and drama critic who graduated in 1942 and received an honorary degree from Mount Allison in 1967. It is supported by contributions from family, friends, and the Toronto Star.
  The award is given to an outstanding student who has a keen interest in dramatic literature and has demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, the practical aspects of play production.

  The scholarship is awarded in the spring by recommendation of the department, based on the prior academic year.

  Katherine (Shaw) Bigelow Memorial Prize
  The Katherine (Shaw) Bigelow Memorial Prize was established in 1962 by the family of Katherine (Shaw) Bigelow who graduated in 1942 and was active in the Players' Society during her four years at Mount Allison. The award recognizes a student who has made the most significant contribution to the year's productions as performer, director, technician, stage manager, or playwright.

  The  award recipient is announced in the spring of each year, based on recommendations of the department from the prior academic year.

  Beth Robinson Award
  The Beth Robinson Award was created in memory of a dedicated Windsor Theatre supporter in 2002. The award recognizes ongoing contributions in the area of design and/or production in the Windsor Theatre. It is normally awarded during the academic year, to a student who has been active in design and / or production in the Windsor Theatre in the past, and who continues to contribute in either or both of these areas.

  Students who wish to be considered for this award please present a letter and brief resumé of your theatre activities to the Director of Drama in October each year. Watch the Drama Studies weekly newsletter for more information.