Evan Faram was a force of nature--respected for not only his musical and theatrical talents but also for his warmth, energy and heart. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, he was a 2006 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, and graduated in 2010 from Southwestern University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. He studied acting at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London and was an acting intern at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia and the Cortland Repertory Theatre in New York. He appeared in musical and plays at the Sierra Repertory Theatre in California, the Jenny Wiley Theatre in Kentucky, the Mazzepah Theatre Company in Philadelphia and the Battersea Center Theatre in London to name a few. He was a founding member of the acclaimed Cooper Street Improv Troupe, and with is brother created TheCoolestStuffinTexas.com.

Evan was a Pantochino ‘pioneer’ instrumental in the company’s early days. With a zest for life, an infectious laugh, he was a company member, a supporter, a cheerleader and the most loving, caring man one could ever know. He played the title role in “Teen Santa,” D-Rac in “Groovy Ghoulies” and Reed in “Special Breakfast.”

Gone too soon, Pantochino will always remember Evan and his contributions to the company, his friends, family and everyone who came to know this phenomenal man.

Pantochino’s 2019/20 Season is dedicated to Evan Faram.

THE EVAN FARAM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented from Pantochino Productions Inc. to a graduating high school senior living in the Milford area who is furthering their career in theatre or music. Apply for the 2024 award by emailing letter of interest to pantochino@gmail.com and instructions for application will be forwarded.

The 2020 recipient is Hannah Kupson, a graduate of Foran High School, she will be attending Suffolk University in Boston. Hannah became a part of the Pantochino family when she participated in our very first Summer Theatre Camp! She has appeared in our MainStage shows, workshops, classes and Teen Theatre.

The 2022 recipient is Emma Ann Fiorello who participated in our Summer Theatre Camp and Teen Theatre productions. Best wishes Emma Ann as you head off to UCLA!

The 2023 recipient is Kalli Kinsman, a graduate of Jonathan Law High School who will be furthering her education at Western Connecticut State University with a major in Music Education.