Ric Averill

Artistic Director of Performing Arts Emeritus


With degrees in both theatre and music composition, Ric is an ‘Arts Factotum;’ serving as Playwright, Composer, Director, Conductor, Actor and Musician.  Ric’s published work is with Dramatic Publishing company and his plays are produced across the United States and beyond.  Ric is committed to empowerment, equity, creativity, and the joy of teaching.  Ric’s most current project is The Silent One, a climate crises street opera in collaboration with Memumco, Environmental Warrior and Artist.

Acting the Reenactor[25WSP]
04/12/25 - 04/19/25, 2:00PM - 3:25PM | SA
Ages 18 to 120 | Ric Averill | 10th & Mass Studios
N/A | STMA69a
Members $50 | Non-Members $50
Learn to present a character from Lawrence, Kansas or US History that fascinates you. Bring facts, photos and biographical stories to weave into an engaging re-enactment through writing, acting and costuming (same as before)
Playwriting[25WSP]
03/29/25 - 04/5/25, 2:00PM - 3:25PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Ric Averill | 10th & Mass Studios
N/A | STMA69
Members $50 | Non-Members $50
Bring your written pages or generative ideas. Explore the basics of the structure of action. Class will do readings and writing exercises. Handouts provided.

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