Freshman Focus: Kyle DeFauw

Hometown: Davenport, IA

Major: Undecided

Previous Productions: Almost, Maine, Seussical, All Shook Up, Anything Goes, Boys Next Door and several others

Why did you choose SAU: SAU was not actually my first choice. I had no choice but to attend St. Ambrose after being dropped off the full tuition list at Millikin University.

Favorite Phrase: "Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars."

Favorite Performer: Between Shia LaBeouf and Patrick Dempsey

What was your first impression of the SAU Theatre Department: Good impression.

Favorite role you have performed: Between Arnold Wiggins and The Cat in the Hat

Dream role and why: I would really love to play Christian in "Moulin Rouge! I love the songs and the story, his vocal part would be amazing to sing also. 

What drew you to the theatre in the first place: One of my friends wanted me to audition for a show because they needed guys. I received the role of Danny Zuko in the musical "Grease" and continued theatre ever since.

Favorite moment from your theatre back home: There are too many to pick from. 

What do you hope to gain here at SAU: I want to figure out what I want to do with my life. 

If you could have a sit down dinner with 5 people in the world, dead or alive, who would they be: Shia LaBeouf, Samuel L. Jackson, Kirk Ferentz, Colbie Caillat, and Michael Bublé