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by Student Blogger: Brynna Weir - September 28, 2024

Experience may get you in the room, but talent and what you offer books the role.  You don’t need to audition for everything.


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FOOTLOOSE in Broadway Logo

FOOTLOOSE

9/27 - 9/29/2024
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City
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Mirror Stage Presents: INSPIRED BY...

10/5
Cornish College of The Arts
Seattle
Ballet Hispánico in Broadway Logo

Ballet Hispánico

10/5
George Mason University
Fairfax
Our Town in Broadway Logo

Our Town

10/1 - 10/6/2024
Texas State University
San Marcos
Learning to Swim in Broadway Logo

Learning to Swim

10/3 - 10/6/2024

PHOTOS
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville


Student Center Articles

Bard College Reveals 2024-25 Keith Haring Chair in Art and Activism
Bard College Reveals 2024-25 Keith Haring Chair in Art and Activism
by Stephi Wild - September 24, 2024

The Center for Curatorial Studies (CCS Bard) and Bard College’s Human Rights Project announce architect and architectural historian Valentina Rozas-Krause as the 2024-25 recipient of the Keith Haring Chair in Art and Activism.

Ali Fumiko Whitney to Speak at UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 2024 Ori
Ali Fumiko Whitney to Speak at UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 2024 Orientation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 23, 2024

Actress Ali Fumiko Whitney will be the guest speaker at UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 2024 Orientation, sharing her journey from musical theater to Netflix stardom and advocating for mixed-ethnicity actors.

Lone Star College-CyFair's Drama Department to Present Season Opener THE REVOLUTIONIS
Lone Star College-CyFair's Drama Department to Present Season Opener THE REVOLUTIONISTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 23, 2024

Lone Star College-CyFair's Drama Department will present the return of 'The Revolutionists,' a comedy about four women in 1793 Paris who strive to change the world during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Texas State University's Musical Development Laboratory to Present THE COMPLETE PICTU
Texas State University's Musical Development Laboratory to Present THE COMPLETE PICTURE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 20, 2024

Texas State University's Musical Development Laboratory will present The Complete Picture, A New Rock Musical. The show follows Kira, a photographer confronting her donor-conceived identity. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Free Student Rush Tickets to all Connecticut College
TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Free Student Rush Tickets to all Connecticut College Students
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford announced free student rush tickets for all performances, providing students with greater access to live theater.

Simone Dinnerstein And Awadagin Pratt to Perform at Miller Theatre At Columbia Univer
Simone Dinnerstein And Awadagin Pratt to Perform at Miller Theatre At Columbia University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2024

Simone Dinnerstein and Awadagin Pratt will perform works for solo piano, two pianos, and piano for four hands at Miller Theatre at Columbia University. Dinnerstein and Pratt share a long time friendship and appreciation for collaborative performance. You can watch them perform this October. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The University of Michigan Hosts Free, Open Course on Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair
The University of Michigan Hosts Free, Open Course on Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2024

The University of Michigan is addressing long-standing equity issues in the performing arts by offering a free, open course in stage makeup and hair for all skin tones and hair textures. 

ANTIGONE Comes to The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance
ANTIGONE Comes to The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2024

The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2024-2025 season with a production of the timeless classic Antigone, October 4-12 at historic Longstreet Theatre.

Ize Trio Celebrates THE GLOBAL SUITES At Berklee College of Music
Ize Trio Celebrates THE GLOBAL SUITES At Berklee College of Music
by A.A. Cristi - September 17, 2024

Ize Trio announced a performance of 'The Global Suites' at Berklee on October 9, showcasing a blend of world music influences. Join them for an evening of innovative compositions and cultural fusion.

Registration Now Open For Osher Lifelong Learning Institute At Ringling College's Fal
Registration Now Open For Osher Lifelong Learning Institute At Ringling College's Fall Semester
by A.A. Cristi - September 17, 2024

Registration is now open for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College's fall semester, running from September 30 to November 22, 2024. Explore a variety of courses designed for adult learners.

THE WHALE to be Presented by Lone Star College-North Harris & Cash Carpenter Producti
THE WHALE to be Presented by Lone Star College-North Harris & Cash Carpenter Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 17, 2024

Samuel D. Hunter's THE WHALE, presented by Lone Star College-North Harris & Cash Carpenter Productions, tells the story of a 600-pound recluse seeking redemption and reconnecting with his estranged daughter. Learn how to purchase tickets.

JAZZ & ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL Returns To Kean University This Week
JAZZ & ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL Returns To Kean University This Week
by A.A. Cristi - September 16, 2024

Kean University announced the return of the Jazz & Roots Music Festival on Saturday, September 21. The event will feature live performances, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.

The Laurie Berkner Band Comes To George Mason University In October
The Laurie Berkner Band Comes To George Mason University In October
by A.A. Cristi - September 16, 2024

The Laurie Berkner Band has announced a 'Greatest Hits Concert' for kids and families in Fairfax, VA on October 20.

FRANKENSTEIN Comes Alive With New Adaptation From Lightbooth Blackout At Widener Univ
FRANKENSTEIN Comes Alive With New Adaptation From Lightbooth Blackout At Widener University
by A.A. Cristi - September 16, 2024

Lightbooth Blackout and Lone Brick Theatre Company will present a contemporary adaptation of Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN at Widener University's Lathem Hall from October 10-20.

Kennesaw State University's Theatre and Performance Studies to Present BARBECUE by Ro
Kennesaw State University's Theatre and Performance Studies to Present BARBECUE by Robert O'Hara
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 13, 2024

Kennesaw State University's Theatre and Performance Studies will present 'Barbecue' by Robert O'Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets.

San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program to Present JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program to Present JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 13, 2024

San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program will present seven performances of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN by Kimberly Belflower. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Syracuse University Department of Drama Reveals 24/25 season
Syracuse University Department of Drama Reveals 24/25 season
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2024

The Syracuse University Department of Drama has announced the 2024/2025 season. Learn more about the lineup here!

JIMMY & LORRAINE: A MUSING to be Presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity Colle
JIMMY & LORRAINE: A MUSING to be Presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 12, 2024

HartBeat Ensemble's 'Jimmy & Lorraine: A Musing' will be presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College, exploring the lives and legacies of James Baldwin and Lorraine Hansberry. Learn how to purchase tickets.

GableStage Partners With New World School of the Arts and FIU
GableStage Partners With New World School of the Arts and FIU
by Stephi Wild - September 12, 2024

GableStage has announced a roster of educational activities for its 26th Season. The lineup includes the evolution of longstanding programming and the expansion of new initiatives. 

AIN'T NO MO' to be Presented at The David Geffen School of Drama at Yale
AIN'T NO MO' to be Presented at The David Geffen School of Drama at Yale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 11, 2024

The David Geffen School of Drama at Yale announced performances of AIN'T NO MO' this fall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Composer Karasis to Bring Music/Dance Event to Harper College
Composer Karasis to Bring Music/Dance Event to Harper College
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024

Composer Dr. Michael Karasis and the Orchestra of From the Classic to the Celtic, featuring the Judith Svalander Dance Theatre, will perform at Harper College's Performing Arts Center on September 28 at 3 PM.

Curve Leaders Awarded Honorary Doctor Of Arts Degrees From De Montfort University
Curve Leaders Awarded Honorary Doctor Of Arts Degrees From De Montfort University
by A.A. Cristi - September 06, 2024

Chris Stafford and Nikolai Foster of Curve received honorary Doctor of Arts degrees from De Montfort University, recognizing their contributions to the arts and their impact on the theatre community.

One Night Workshop With The SITI Company to Take Place at Austin Peay State Universit
One Night Workshop With The SITI Company to Take Place at Austin Peay State University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 06, 2024

Attend a workshop at Austin Peay State University led by founding members of the SITI Company, known for their influential Viewpoints and Suzuki techniques in acting, directing, and choreographing. Learn how to attend.

Previews: PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR at Straz Center
Previews: PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - September 06, 2024

Hosted by the Patel Conservatory, this free event provides representatives from educational institutions nationwide who will share invaluable insights and answer questions.

EVERYBODY Comes to San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance Next Mont
EVERYBODY Comes to San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance Next Month
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024

San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance will present Everybody, a modern take on a 15th-century morality play that offers a whimsical perspective on death and dying. 



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