Sophisticated Ladies is more than a vivacious, visual spectacle. It is a cross-generational celebration of legacy, both in the original show and in the one being produced now by University Productions and the Department of Musical Theatre. Inspired by the music of Duke Ellington, the original Broadway production brought his sounds, lyrics, and lived experience…

Enjoy these Scholarship Stories and performances from Scholarship Showcase, an annual event celebrating SMTD students and the supporters who have such significant impact on their experiences. A Scholarship Story: Madeline Merwin (MM ’23, composition)   A Scholarship Story: Nick Daly (BFA ’23, musical theatre)   A Scholarship Story: Godfrey Lubuulwa (MM ’23, jazz improvisation; MM…

The School of Music, Theatre & Dance is pleased to announce that award-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau (BFA ’00, theatre & drama) will be the guest speaker at the 2023 SMTD commencement ceremony in Hill Auditorium. Morisseau is the author of the three-play cycle The Detroit Project. This cycle consists of Skeleton Crew (which premiered at…