Let's Hear It For Beth!

The Marshall University Alumni Association sends along this information about a nice honor for one of Huntington's own stars:

The Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented to Beth McVey, who has enjoyed a successful 28-year career performing and starring in numerous shows, both on Broadway and across the country. Her Broadway credits include the original company of 42nd Street, Annie, Nine, Phantom of the Opera and Beauty and the Beast.

She has had starring roles in four national tours and leading roles in about 20 productions at regional theaters across the country. The highlights include Mame in Mame, Aldonza in Man of La Mancha, Desiree in A Little Night Music, Evita in Evita, Julie in Showboat, and Kate in Kiss Me Kate. McVey attended Marshall from 1971-75 before transferring to Cincinnati Conservatory for her bachelor of fine arts degree in musical theatre.

In 2004 she moved back to Huntington, not to abandon her career in performing, but to allow herself to broaden her life to include teaching, directing and serving as executive director and on the board of ARTS. She is also on the executive board of the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center.

This award is given to Marshall alumni for outstanding national achievements in their particular fields of endeavor.