State Legislature Recognizes Dell’Arte in its 50th Year

BLUE LAKE – As we began our 50th year, our state representatives honored us with a Resolution from the California Legislature in April of 2024. Full text follows the image below. By the Honorable Mike McGuire, President pro Tempore of the California State Senate; and the Honorable Jim Wood, 2nd Assembly District;Relative to Commending  Dell’ Arte International WHEREAS, The work of …

Dell’Arte Expands Board After Successful Fundraiser

BLUE LAKE – Dell’Arte International, the North American center for theatre training, research and performance of the actor-creator, is starting out the new year with an expanded board of directors to support the organization in this important time of rebuilding.  “We’re excited to engage with these talented individuals as we work to bring the organization back to full strength. The …

February 4th Named Joan Schirle Day in Blue Lake

On November 28, 2023, the City of Blue Lake passed a resolution honoring Joan Schirle as the Leading Lady of Blue Lake and naming February 4 as Joan Schirle Day. Joan Schirle Day Proclamation Whereas Joan Schirle was a gifted actor whose performances delighted audiences in Blue Lake and around the world, and Whereas Joan Schirle was a talented playwright …

Alyssa Hughlett Leaves Leadership Council at Dell’Arte

Alyssa Hughlett | January 8, 2024 | Statement of Departure My journey at Dell’Arte began as an MFA student and, after graduating from the program in 2015, I was hired by the school to teach acrobatics and physical training as part-time faculty. I performed, toured, and directed with my ensemble, UpLift Physical Theatre, acted and performed locally at the Arcata …