Edwards-Moore SOTD Scholarship
The Dorothy L. Edwards-Moore School of Theatre, Dance and Film Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Dorothy L. Edwards-Moore. A fervent champion for the arts, Ms. Edwards-Moore had an unwavering devotion to acting and drama. Following her graduation from high school, she earned a full scholarship to Illinois State University, majoring in speech and drama. This experience ignited her lifelong love of acting. During this time, she appeared in dozens of plays, including classics such as “Antigone”, “The Man Who Came to Dinner”, and the lead role of Peg in “Peg o’ My Heart” for which she received rave reviews. When she moved to Louisville, Kentucky to be close to her family, she continued to act, appearing as Abigail in “The Crucible” and performing at the legendary Pioneer Playhouse in Danville. Later, Ms. Edwards-Moore appeared in the films “Towering Inferno”, “Patch Adams”, and “The Poseidon Adventure”. Through the years, she continued to “broaden her horizons”, living in New York City, Los Angeles, Louisville, San Francisco, and Chapel Hill, North Carolina where she worked in the University’s English Department, forming relationships with the educators and local literary community. With each new chapter of her life, Dorothy remained vivacious, witty, and nurturing. She was a passionate advocate of literature and was the source of inspiration for countless family members and friends. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide support for an acting student who demonstrates potential to expand personal development and professional growth coupled with zeal for the arts.