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Everybody Opens Dec. 2, Promises Audience Participation, Dark Comedy
A play opening soon at the University of Kansas explores a topic that’s become ever-more relevant in recent years: death. Everybody, a production of the University Theatre within the Department of Theatre & Dance, offers opportunity for community members to mourn, laugh at, and reflect on the show’s absurdity and the tragedy of dying.
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Feel the Noise! Play about Air Guitar Opens KU Theatre Season
"Airness," a comedy written by Chelsea Marcantel, will rock the William Inge Memorial Theatre at the University of Kansas. This peek into the lives of air guitar contestants in competition is directed by Jonah Greene, doctoral student in KU's Department of Theatre & Dance.
KU Theatre & Dance Plans for In-Person Performances
The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Kansas offers escapism, comedy, music, dance and poignant drama in its 2021-2022 season.
"Breaking It Down" Explores Audition Techniques for Minority Actors
“I want actors of color to feel spoken to, seen and heard. At a moment when folks are discouraged about fighting all the time for visibility and for audibility, I just hope they find this book encouraging.”
Department of Theatre & Dance Announces 2021 Scholarship and Award Winners
The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance recognized 65 students as recipients of its year-end awards and scholarships, totaling over $175,000 in financial support.
Inspired by Activists and Frontline Workers, Changemakers Streams on YouTube
Now streaming online, Changemakers, a collection of 20 original, two-minute plays and musicals inspired by community leaders, activists, and front-line workers who have fought for change over the course of the past year. Changemaker