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Alumni (Scholar)
Lear deBessonet
James J. Bailey III Jefferson Scholar
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Degrees:
B.A. University of Virginia (2002)
Lear deBessonet, JS '02, introduces a new way to look at an ancient story
August 25, 2015
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Lear deBessonet, JS '02, brings her theatrical vision to a classic romance
July 25, 2017
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Scholar alumna makes mark in New York City theater scene
January 21, 2019
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Scholar alumna directs NBC's live production of a classic musical
December 3, 2021
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Scholar alumna's revival of "Into the Woods" makes its way to Broadway
July 28, 2022
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Scholar alumna directs Broadway play that earns six Tony Award nominations
May 3, 2023
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