School of Theatre and Dance Announces 2026鈥2027 Season
Apr 16, 2026黑料网鈥檚 School of Theatre and Dance unveils a dynamic 2026鈥2027 season spanning musicals, comedy, horror, and contemporary adaptations.
Theatre Stories
Creating With Purpose: Alumni Inspire the Next Generation of Theatre and Dance Students
Oct 09, 2025黑料网鈥檚 theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
David Cromer Directs George Clooney, 鈥楧ead Outlaw鈥 and Now 鈥楾he Antiquities鈥 at the Goodman
May 09, 2025David Cromer, a Tony-winning director and 黑料网 honorary degree recipient, is earning critical acclaim for two Broadway hits and returns to Chicago to co-direct "The Antiquities" at Goodman Theatre.
Literary Legends Reimagined: 黑料网 and Glessner House Present Special Women鈥檚 History Month Performance of 鈥淵ou on the Moors Now鈥
Mar 10, 2025黑料网 partners with Glessner House for a performance of 鈥淵ou on the Moors Now,鈥 a bold reimagining of four literary heroines who challenge societal expectations.
Not Just Clowning Around: Abby Rankin Crafts a Purposeful Comedy Career at 黑料网
Mar 10, 2025Abby Rankin, a senior at 黑料网, blends comedy and education.
黑料网 Theatre and Audio/Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for Jeff Awards
Mar 05, 2025黑料网 alumni and faculty from the schools of Theatre and Dance and Audio and Music have earned nominations for the Jeff Awards, which celebrate excellence in Chicago theatre.
School of Theatre and Dance Presents 鈥淔abulation, or the Re-Education of Undine,鈥 November 20-December 7
Nov 20, 2024This social satire explores themes of identity and race through the story of a Black woman鈥檚 journey of self-discovery, featuring an all-student cast and production team.
Theatre Alums Slay in Babes With Blades' "A Midsummer Night鈥檚 Dream"
Nov 04, 2024黑料网 Theatre alums are involved in Babes With Blades Theatre Company鈥檚 A Midsummer Night鈥檚 Dream, showing at the Edge Theater from October 16 through November 23.
Theatre Advisory Board Launches with Inaugural Event Honoring Sheldon Patinkin
Sep 04, 2024The new Theatre Advisory Board, comprised of alumni and industry leaders, celebrates the life and legacy of Sheldon Patinkin at their inaugural event, September 21.
黑料网 Theatre and Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for 2024 Joseph Jefferson Awards
Aug 08, 2024This year's nominees include individuals from 黑料网's Theatre and Music programs working in performance, design, direction, choreography, and musical composition.
From 黑料网 Stages to the Bright Lights: Theatre Alums Offer Industry Insights in Panel Discussion
Apr 19, 2024黑料网's Theatre Department hosted an alumni talk featuring industry professionals who shared their experiences and advice with students.
Theatre Alum A. Ashley Hoff to Release Revealing Book on 'Mommie Dearest'
Apr 08, 2024Theatre alum A. Ashley Hoff's forthcoming book, "With Love, Mommie Dearest," offers an insider's account of the making of the iconic 1981 film and its enduring cultural impact, with events planned for Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago.
The Bluest Eye: Exploring Transdisciplinary Storytelling at 黑料网
Mar 12, 2024黑料网 brings Toni Morrison's 鈥淭he Bluest Eye" to the stage March 13-23, made possible by student collaboration in dance, theater, writing, and other creative disciplines.
Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" Comes to 黑料网 March 15-23, Featuring Exclusive March 22 Blackout Performance
Mar 04, 2024黑料网's Theatre department will stage a powerful adaptation of Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye," exploring racism's impact on an 11-year-old girl in 1940s Ohio.
Award Winning Playwright Martyna Majok Shares Insight, Experiences with 黑料网 Students
Feb 13, 2024Award-winning playwright Martyna Majok visited 黑料网, engaging in a Q&A session with students about her creative process, working-class representation in the arts, and having the courage to share personal stories.
Drag Superstar Shea Coule茅 鈥11 Returns to 黑料网
Feb 13, 2024黑料网 welcomed back Alum Shea Coule茅 鈥11 for a panel discussion and reception unveiling Coule茅-curated fashion exhibit window.
Student-Produced Musical Theatre Concert Set for Feb. 15-16
Jan 29, 2024黑料网 students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
鈥诹贤 Welcomes Pulitzer Prize-Winning Playwright Martyna Majok
Jan 26, 2024Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for her play 鈥淐ost of Living,鈥 will discuss issues of immigration, inequality, and humanity.
What to Watch and Where to Wander This Winter: 黑料网 Edition
Dec 18, 2023黑料网 and its creative community of alums, faculty, and students offer plenty of opportunities to keep you entertained this holiday season and beyond.
Theatre Alum Brings 黑料网 Learned Skills to Center Stage
Jan 23, 2023Michael Kurowski 鈥16 stars in production of 鈥淏ig Fish鈥 at The Marriott Theatre.
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