About
Timothy X. Troy is the J. Thomas and Julie E. Hurvis Professor of Theatre and Drama at Lawrence University. His roles include teaching acting, directing, script analysis, and playwrighting. He has received the Freshman Studies Teaching Prize and a Fulbright Award for work in Ireland. Troy’s research explores how social forces shape family relationships and societal visions, with a focus on intercultural exploration through theatre.
Education: B.A., Lawrence University; M.F.A., University of Iowa.
Research & Teaching: Specializes in playwrighting addressing social themes, and courses like Start-up Theatre (Innovation & Entrepreneurship) and Ireland’s Deep Time (Environmental Studies). His work emphasizes cross-cultural learning through programs like the Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin and Lawrence’s London Centre.
Awards:
- Fulbright Award (teaching/research at University College Dublin)
- Freshman Studies Teaching Prize
Global Engagement: Visiting professorships at Trinity College Dublin and Lawrence’s London Centre. Spearheaded study-abroad initiatives and integrates cultural exploration into teaching. Recent projects include a play about Daniel John Stapleton, written during his Fulbright year.
Additional Interests: Traditional Celtic music (high D whistle) and crochet.
