To learn more about the process of bringing Sonnets for an Old Century to life, we spoke with director Corey Allen, associate director Braxton Rae and actors Sophie Miller, Se’An Boatner and Jared VosWinkel about the lessons they’ve learned from the characters of Sonnets and the shared excitement they’ve felt at being able to create in a room together once again.

Meet the cast of Sonnets for an Old Century, the first production of the 2021/2022 Texas Theatre and Dance Season. Portraying the diverse collection of souls in José Rivera's anthology-styled play is an all-star ensemble of 20 actors, including both students and faculty.

Texas Theatre and Dance is pleased to present the 2021/2022 Season, featuring new works by emergent playwrights, an exploration of movement and meaning, a powerful play about the nuances of political resistance, an investigation of human emotion, connection and technology and a reflection on the magnitude and impact of an individual in the grand scheme of existence.

Faculty member Dr. Sara Simons has been recognized as the recipient of the 2020-2021 Department of Theatre and Dance Teaching Excellence Award, a prestigious teaching accolade that celebrates her contributions to student success within the department. This award is granted to educators within the Department of Theatre and Dance who go above and beyond in their work both in and out of the classroom.