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EXCEL Lab Annual Reports Archive

[Video] “Theatre Is for Everyone”: U-M Hosts TeAda Productions Residency

In a studio space, at least a dozen people stand in a close circle with their arms raised.

[Video] U-M Musical Theatre New Works Residencies: 2025-26 Recap

On a studio stage, one performer stands on a riser wearing red, while a group of other performers all wearing black surround her with choreographed, outreached arms.

[Video] Professor Doug Perkins and SMTD Percussion Ensemble Release New Album

Two percussionists play a timpani drum and a gong side-by-side, standing on a stage.

[Campus News] UMS and SMTD Announce the 2026 21st Century Artist Interns

Composite of three student portraits with a purple background.

SMTD Building Emergency Action Plan

Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt to Join the Department of Strings

The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance announces that Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt will join the Department of Strings as an associate professor in August 2026. Pajaro-van de Stadt is a world-renowned violist and educator. “Known for her beautiful tone and exquisite musicianship, Professor Pajaro-van de Stadt is one of the most […]

Michael Thornton to Join the Department of Winds & Percussion

The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance announces that Michael Thornton will join the Department of Winds & Percussion as a professor in August 2026. Thornton enjoys a distinct and varied career as an orchestral performer, chamber musician, horn soloist, and pedagogue. He is currently principal horn of the Los Angeles Chamber […]