Blackfriars

In the Spring of 1948 Oswego's rather loosely organized and defined Dramatics Club became Blackfriars. The name was adopted at the suggestion of Dr. Erwin Palmer, then technical director & co-advisor to the group with Dr. Rupert Stroud.
Blackfriars ConstitutionEmail Blackfriars
Blackfriars' Mission:
The purpose of this organization shall be to provide opportunities for the college community to experience all aspects of theatre and to cultivate a general interest in theatre.

2022-23 Executive Council
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President: Ian Katz
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Vice President: Kat Larrabee
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Treasurer: Joey Cambareri
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Secretary: J. Donnelly
- Faculty Advisor: Judy Wyman Collette
The duties of all the elected officers are described in Article V, "Elected and Appointed Officers and Their Duties," Sections 1 - 6 of the Blackfriars constitution.
Blackfriars Events
Blackfriars is responsible for a number of events and activities throughout the year. These include:
24 Hour Play Festival
From 8pm on Friday until 8pm on Saturday a series of 10-minute plays are written, cast, rehearsed, and performed! It's a crazy tiring coffee-fueled adventure in the theatrical arts!

Holiday Cabaret
A classic holiday tradition filled with songs, skits, games, cookie baking contests, and more!

Blackfriars' Drag Competition
A themed drag competition judged by a panel of faculty/community guest judges. Sign up to compete as a King or Queen! Proceeds are donated to LGBTQ Charities! Intended for Adult Audiences only.

Fall Tea
An opportunity for new students to mingle with returning students and faculty. All are welcome! Light refreshments are served.

Blackfriars' Picnic
An end of the year event to celebrate all of the hard work we’ve done throughout the year! Filled with games, food, and fun!

Miscast Cabaret
Performers Wanted!
A cabaret that does not conform to the gender norm! Singers perform pieces that are typically for the “opposite” gender.

Various Workshops
Blackfriars' is dedicated to creating educational opportunities for all students interested in theatre.
To name a few workshops, here are some recent ones:
- Theatre Professionalism
- Stage Combat (Hand, Single-sword, Broadsword)
- The Actor’s Voice, Film and Television Auditions, and more with Oswego Theatre Alumni Steve Mazzoccone ‘06 and Megan McGarvey ‘07
