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Learn more about Faculty Dr. Lisa B. Thompson's new show!

Dr. Lisa B. Thompson Debuts New Work, Directed by Rudy Ramirez

March 13, 2024 | The VORTEX

The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body, written by Dr. Lisa B. Thompson (faculty) and directed by Rudy Ramirez (M.A. 2012), will premiere at The VORTEX on April 12-May 4, 2024 as part of the play's rolling world premiere with the National Performance Network. 

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Students and Alumni On Stage, Screen and Behind the Scenes in SXSW

March 12, 2024

South by Southwest (SXSW) is one of Austin's biggest events of the year, bringing filmmakers, musicians and creatives from around the world to the city. This year, a number of alumni and current UT Theatre and Dance students are collaborating on SXSW events, both behind the scenes and on stage in official and unofficial showcases.

Learn more about Faculty Roxanne Schroeder-Arce's newest speaking gig at The Power of BIPOC PoP Media Symposium!

Roxanne Schroeder-Arce Speaks at The Power of BIPOC PoP Symposium

March 8, 2024 | The Power of BIPOC PoP Media Symposium

Faculty member Roxanne Schroeder-Arce serves as a panelist for the 2024 Power of BIPOC PoP: Comics, Gaming, Animation and Multimedia Arts Symposium.

Learn more about the purpose behind these M.F.A. candidates' studio series works!

M.F.A. Candidate Studio Series Directors Sit Down with The Daily Texan

March 5, 2024 | The Daily Texan

M.F.A. candidates Rodolfo Robles Cruz (Sanctuary City), Leo Briggs (Egg Discourse) and Mikala Gibson (Blood at the Root) sit down with The Daily Texan to discuss the works they chose to direct and present as part of the 23/24 Studio Series.

Learn more about Alum Abe Koogler's new award-winning play, Staff Meal.

Playwrights Horizons Presents Staff Meal by Alum Abe Koogler

March 5, 2024 | Playwrights Horizons

Playwrights Horizons will present Staff Meal, an award-winning play by alum Abe Koogler (M.F.A. 2014), as part of their 2023/2024 season.

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Registration Now Open for UT Theatre and Dance Youth Summer Camps

March 1, 2024

Registration is now open for all three of The University of Texas at Austin Theatre and Dance Youth Summer Camps. This summer, we have a variety of exciting opportunities for young artists to grow their skills, showcase their talents and explore UT Austin. 

Read about what inspired the playwrights for this year's UTNT (UT New Theatre) productions and readings

ON THE BLOG: The Process Behind the Play: The UTNT 2024 Playwrights Speak on Their Shows

February 27, 2024 | Off Book: A Theatre and Dance Blog

M.F.A. candidates Malena Pennycook (Choreomaniac 1518), Emma Watkins (Pretend it's Pretend), Claire Derriennic (Taste Buds: The Adventures of Cake and Broccoli) and Mateo Hernandez (spayce boys) discuss their plays, which will be on stage in UTNT (UT New Theatre) 2024.

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The Daily Texan Highlights Collaboration and New Play Development in UTNT 2024

February 22, 2024 | The Daily Texan

UTNT (UT New Theatre) playwrights Emma Watkins and Malena Pennycook and Pretend it's Pretend director Jenny Lavery talk about the new play development process and the productions on stage as part of UTNT (UT New Theatre) 2024.

Learn more about the Planet Texas 2050 Symposium on Resilience Research in Action

Planet Texas 2050 Symposium Features Faculty, Alumni and Students

February 22, 2024 | Planet Texas 2050

The annual Planet Texas 2050 Symposium will feature presentations by Leah Cox (faculty), Rosemary Candelario (faculty), Kate Freer (faculty), Roxanne Schroeder-Arce (faculty), Whitney Mosery (Ph.D. candidate), Lara Dossett (faculty), Walker Zupan (M.F.A. candidate) and Shannon Baley (M.F.A. 2008). 

Learn more about Jacob Zamarripa, current student, and his most recent accomplishment! In this photo, he stands outside of the Winship Drama Building.

Jacob Zamarripa (Current Student) Wins BroadwayWorld Houston Award

February 9, 2024 | The Daily Texan

Jacob Zamarripa, current B.A. in Theatre and Dance student, was recently awarded Best Lighting Design of a Play or Musical for Ride the Cyclone (Jet-Pac Theater) by BroadwayWorld Houston .