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News & Stories

On any given day, School of Music, Theatre & Dance students, faculty, and alumni are performing and directing, designing and producing. They are winning awards and distinguishing themselves in competitions. They are releasing new recordings and publications. They are engaging in innovative research, scholarship, and collaborations. Read about the latest SMTD happenings and get to know members of the SMTD community.

Michigan Muse - Winter 2023

“The Intersection of Technology and the Performing Arts”

Halena Kays

21 Aug 2023

Halena Kays to Join Department of Theatre & Drama

Jenna Gerdsen

21 Aug 2023

Jenna Gerdsen to Join Department of Theatre & Drama

Shavonne Coleman

09 Jun 2023

Shavonne Coleman to Join Department of Theatre & Drama

30 May 2023

[In the News] José Casas Wins Dominic Orlando Playwriting Award

Jay Pension, wearing a green shirt, smiling with a tree in the background

21 Apr 2023

Jay Pension to Join Departments of Entrepreneurship & Leadership and Theatre & Drama

12 Apr 2023

[In the News] Guggenheim Fellowship Awarded to Petra Kuppers, Professor of Theatre & Drama, Dance

Mark Colson

28 Mar 2023

Mark Colson to Join Department of Theatre & Drama in Fall 2023

10 Mar 2023

Theatre Design & Production Portfolios: Snapshots from the 2023 Exhibition

A round classroom with 19th-century garments on screen and on a table; an instructor presents to students while all stand.

01 Mar 2023

Striking a Balance: A Mix of High and Low Tech in Costume and Scenic Design

An instructor sits on a desk at the front of a classroom, pen in hand.

13 Feb 2023

Priscilla Lindsay Directs “Bonnets,” Her Final SMTD Production Before Retiring

Nya Johnson smiles standing next to her winning display board at the festival.

27 Jan 2023

SMTD Students Perform Well at 2023 KCACTF Region 3 Festival

26 Aug 2022

Tiffany Trent to join Department of Theatre & Drama as Chair Fall 2022

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