Professor, Scenic and Lighting Designer

B.A., M.A., Ph.D, The Ohio State University

Theatre History, Scenic Design, Lighting Design, Swordplay, Stage Management, Microcomputers

Prior to his 21 years at Appalachian, Frank Mohler taught and designed at Denison University, the University of South Carolina and the University of Virginia. At Appalachian he has been active on many university committees, served as Director of Theatre and as Interim Director of Cultural Affairs.
Over his career he has created over 250 set or lighting designs; he also provided the conceptual design for the Appalachian’s Valborg Theatre. He has been recognized with several teaching and research awards and has been the recipient of a number research grants. He has published several articles on Renaissance and Baroque Theatre, in addition to giving many guest lectures and conference presentations.
Active in professional organizations, he served as president of the Southeastern Theatre Conference and was awarded the Suzanne Davis Award for service to theatre in the south. Recently he has led study abroad trips to study historic theatres in Europe. He created and maintains the Development of Scenic Spectacle web site.