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University Dance Co. Performs April 5-7, Features Kansas City Aerial Arts
In the University Dance Company Spring Concert, students and choreographers examine the ideas of world-building, connection, and suspense through the artform. Ballet, contemporary, hip hop, and jazz dance styles provide uplift and entertainment in this repertoire concert. Special guest Kansas City Aerial Arts will have patrons on the edge of their seats.
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University Dance Co. Performs April 5-7, Features Kansas City Aerial Arts
In the University Dance Company Spring Concert, students and choreographers examine the ideas of world-building, connection, and suspense through the artform.
Theatre Design Students Advance to Kennedy Center National Festival
Two Department of Theatre & Dance students will represent the University of Kansas in April at the national Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) in Washington, D.C., following their recent KCACTF-Region V competition.
KU Theatre Explores Labor, Community in Award-Winning Drama SWEAT
The University Theatre presents Lynn Nottage’s 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winning play SWEAT, which explores the lives of Rust Belt factory workers and the pressure of productivity.
KU Theatre, School of Music Co-Present Sweeney Todd, Opening Feb. 16
Before the Broadway national tour begins, a local production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, a Musical Thriller, will explore the psyche of the villain and bring the community Stephen Sondheim’s brilliant melodies with the help of KU Opera and Symphony Orchestra.
Milking Christmas, A New Musical Goes Full-Tilt “Merry”
Audiences to the University Theatre’s next production will enjoy cheery musical numbers, over-the-top costumes, and sweet storylines driven by even sweeter characters–literally, some of them are gingerbread cookies.
University Dance Company Presents its Fall 2023 Concert
University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance faculty members, along with a regional guest choreographer, will present work in ballet, hip hop, and modern/contemporary dance styles at the University Dance Company Fall Concert November 3 and 4 at 7:30pm and Nov. 5 at 2:30pm.
KU Theatre Opens Its Season with Collective Rage: A Play in Five Betties
A Story of Self-Discovery, Empowerment, and the Effects of the Patriarchy in Contemporary Society
The University Theatre will open its 2023-24 season with a play that unapologetically dives into taboo topics, dips into a revolution happening around the globe, and features puppetry to he
Announcing the 2023-24 KU Theatre & Dance Performance Season
The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance has unveiled its 2023-24 performance season, which engages talent within the University Theatre, University Dance Company, School of Music, and Department of English, among others.
KU Theatre & Dance 2023 Scholarship and Award Winners
The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance recognized 59 students as recipients of its year-end awards and scholarships, totalling more than $200,000 in financial support.
Cabaret Examines Themes as Relevant as Ever, Opens April 20 at KU Theatre
The University Theatre’s season finale opens with a big, inviting party. That’s one reason why Act 1 of Cabaret is so adored and a reason the musical’s ending hits so hard, said Markus Potter, director and assistant professor in the Department of Theatre & Dance.