Sam Mossler
Memorial Scholarship
for
Booker VPA

Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPASam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPASam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPA

Sam Mossler
Memorial Scholarship
for
Booker VPA

Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPASam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPASam Mossler Memorial Scholarship for Booker VPA
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In Memoriam

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Congratulations - 2022 Scholarship Winner Darwin Rojas

"I have stayed true to the dream I have had since I was in 5th grade."

The entire SMMS committee was taken with Darwin's positivity, playfulness, and passion. Throughout the selection process, we came to realize that this talented young man was truly special. Darwin embodies the talent, character, and love for theatre that continues the legacy of Sam Mossler.


Congratulations Darwin, we know you will go far - Keep Evolving, Please

Artistic Resume

    Creating a legacy

    Booker High School - Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Program

    Sam spent his formative years at Booker High School's VPA Theatre Program, where he made friends that would last a lifetime, developed his skills as a young actor, and created an indelible legacy that still lives on to this day.  In his memory, we are honored to provide another aspiring young artist the chance to live their dream.

       

     The Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) program offers rigorous, pre-professional training in the arts in five disciplines: Dance, Digital Film & Motion Design, Music, Theatre, and Visual Art. 


    Click below to learn more.

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    Our Mission

    The Scholarship

    The Scholarship

    Sam had a dream that one day a scholarship would be named in his honor. 

    We strive to posthumously make that dream a reality, by supporting a young artist in their dream of a life in the arts. 



    The Scholarship

    The Scholarship

    The Scholarship

    Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship Fund is established to award an annual $5,000 scholarship to a graduating senior student from Booker High School Visual & Performing Arts Program who will be pursuing a postsecondary education in the arts. 


    The recipient of this scholarship will embody the talent, character, and passion for the arts that continues the legacy of Sam Mossler.


    The Application

    Our Committee

    The Scholarship

    Our Committee

    Comprised of actors, artists, friends, and family who were all touched by Sam's amazing ability to connect with each of us on a personal level and even an audience he never met.


    Mickey Mossler - Brother

    Nicole Hancock - Life Partner

    Adam Ratner - Friend

    Laurie Miller - Friend

    Bobby Mitchell - Friend

    Rebecca Abrahamson - Friend

    Jay Duval & David DeWald - Co-Founders


    Scholarship - FAQs

    Why - Keep Evolving, Please?

    It was a song he wrote, containing poignant lyrics to live-by. You could call it Sam's "Mantra".

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    Who is Eligible?

    Graduating seniors from Booker High School's Visual and Performing Arts Program who will be pursuing a postsecondary education in the arts. 

    What is the Application Process?

    An application and essay or writing sample must be submitted by March of the senior's graduating year and will be a prerequisite for scheduling the audition and interview.


    Each eligible candidate will audition and interview with the scholarship committee (virtually for now) in Spring of their graduating year. 


    • The audition will consist of an exhibit of the artists work. Audition must be no more than 5 minutes in length.
    • The interview will be a half-hour long and will consist of questions from the committee.

    Who Determines the Award?

    The award is determined annually by the Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship Committee. 

    The committee is comprised of the friends and family of Sam Mossler. 

    When is the Award Presented?

    The award will be presented annually in the Spring of the senior's graduating year.

    Can I Make a Donation?

    Absolutely. Donations are much appreciated and will go a long way towards making the dreams come true for an aspiring young artist. Donations are tax deductible as we are covered under a 501(c)(3). 


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    SAM REELS - The man, the myth, the legend

    A Renaissance Man

    Adapting Myth for the Stage

    Writing During the Pandemic

    Theseus and the Minotaur

    Comedy is all about timing

    Walter Ruddy in Repose

    Austin Film Festival 2nd Round Finalist

    One for the Road

    Pinter Pause Perfection

    The Best of Times

    A little bit of levity in these trying times

    In His Own Words

    Voiceovers

    It isn't always clear

    What we're doing here,

    That's the bummer of free will.

    But you can be sure

    If your heart is pure

    Of life's joy you'll have your fill.


    -from Keep Evolving, Please


    Samuel Arnold Mossler

    1975-2020


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