David Larson
David was the founding director of the Anderson Senior Follies, as well as director of Center Stage at Anderson College, a professional performing arts series (1985-92).
David believes that God’s calling in each student's life is unique. “I encourage students to pursue their creative calling by cultivating and exercising multiple skills in their major. In this way they more fully see the options and diversify their foundation. It is also important for students to cultivate leadership and entrepreneurial skills during their college experience.”
What classes do you teach at Anderson
Theatre History I and II
What year did you start teaching at AU
1985
Why teach at AU?
In college I was passionate about my faith and my art. During my master’s work, I was led to take a theatre position at Judson College, in Elgin, Illinois. My seven years at Judson confirmed my calling to work in the theatre as a Christ follower. I remain as passionate about this calling as I was in 1978.
Hobbies
Lincoliana, “rusty gold” antiques, vintage Craftsman homes, running, old movies
Notable achievements outside of discipline
Father of two great children, Taylor and Carrie, and grandfather of a wonderful granddaughter, Eleanor
People might be interested to know I...
For six months, my wife Susan and I taught English in Kanazawa, Japan. I created and taught a course called “Drama for English.”
How would you describe your classes to someone who has never attended one?
My classes are intense, but fun. I get excited about my material and believe it is my responsibility to transmit that enthusiasm for the subject directly to my students. It is a privilege and joy to teach at Anderson University.
Publications
Larson, David. A comparative study of Brecht’s Galileo and Barry Stavis’ Lamp at Midnight. Ph.D. dissertation.