Adrienne Dickerson shines at Hollywood-type event

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FULTON, MO (05/22/2012)(readMedia)-- Hollywood is not the only town boasting a red carpet anymore. In fact, Callaway County's very own movie stars and directors can be found at the local movie theatre.

William Woods University recently hosted its second annual Red Carpet Showcase, a celebration of WWU student and alumni films produced by communication majors in the arts division during the 2011-2012 academic year.

The student directors, actors and actresses dressed as if attending the always-glamorous Academy Awards, some with evening gowns and some with tuxedos.

The program featured fictional short movies starring several members of the William Woods and Fulton communities, as well as documentaries researched across various disciplines. Also presented were radio and television excerpts from WWU's broadcasting program.

The local B&B theatre, Fulton Cinema 8, and Callaway Bank provided support for the event.

Awards for achievements in performance and technical talents were presented at the end of the night. Adrienne Dickerson of Christiansburg, Va., won best screen writing for "Marena Nelson: Private Eye"

"All of these students deserve to be appreciated. They've all worked very hard and have done exceptionally well. That is actually the point of the night – to recognize all the hard work these students have put in this year and to really celebrate that hard work," said Jason Knowles, WWU instructor of communications.

While creating their videos, students had an opportunity to experience life as directors, writers and actors. They worked under deadlines and were in charge of whole crews.