The Danny Burgess Scholarship

 

Who is Danny Burgess?

Danny Burgess was an on-air personality for WWNY-TV from 1955 to 1989. Danny was also the President of LTW from 1958 to 1961. He was a talented actor, appearing in many productions and was a staple member of LTW. He also wrote a musical and directed several productions for the organization. Danny Burgess won the TANYS best actor award for his portrayal of “ Mass Appeal” Character Father Tim Farley in 1984. Danny died in 2005, which is the same year the scholarship was established in his name.

 

How is the Scholarship Funded?

The Danny Burgess Scholarship is funded by dedicating fifty cents of each performance ticket sold and by generous participation in special fundraising at our shows.

 

Requirements for Eligibility

1. Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson or Lewis Counties

2. Applicants must be a high school senior accepted for full-time enrollment or a full-time college student currently enrolled in a recognized college or university

3. Applicants must be majoring in a performance art or have been actively involved in community theater in Jefferson or Lewis County, New York.

4. Applicant must submit proof of acceptance or enrollment at said college or university

5. Scholarship will be awarded for one year, but the recipient may re-apply the following year

6. Applicants must supply their most current GPA as of the end of the 1st semester marking period.

7. The Scholarship Committee reserves the right to withhold a scholarship during any given year.

8. Applicants must submit contact information for two references (name/phone/email) from an appropriate teacher or instructor.

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​Enrollment is open from January 1st till June 1st

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