The Department of Theatre and Dance is a world-class educational environment that serves as the ultimate creative incubator for the next generation of artists, thinkers and leaders in theatre and performance.
Coming to the Stage
Twelfth Night, or What You Will
On a dark and stormy night, a shipwreck thrusts Viola and her twin brother Sebastian into the briny deep. Viola survives, washed up onto the shores of Illyria—but where is Sebastian? She must find him. Fearing the dangers that surround a young woman alone in a strange land, Viola disguises herself as a young man and goes into service to the Duke Orsino. Orsino is madly in love with the Countess Olivia who rebuffs his advances. Viola falls secretly in love with Orsino; and Olivia falls head over heels for the disguised Viola.
How will this unravel? Will Viola find her lost twin Sebastian? Three marriages take place—but who will marry whom?
Macbeth
In the darkness, three witches whisper... “Hail Macbeth! He who shall be king!” Sweet yet bitter, thrilling yet agonizing—the witches’ prophecy sets Macbeth on a path where fair and foul become one and the same. The legendary warrior now stands at a crossroads, caught in the battle between ambition and fate. Will Macbeth triumph in his war against desire? Perhaps. Perhaps not. But for now, grab a handful of popcorn and chant the spell with us: “Fair is foul, and foul is fair!”
Cabaret
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920s draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates as Germany descends into fascism.
10:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
350
Undergraduate Students
75
Graduate Students
6-8
Mainstage Productions per Year
10:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
350
Undergraduate Students
75
Graduate Students
6-8
Mainstage Productions per Year
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In the News
ON THE BLOG: Meet the Cast of Cabaret
OFF BOOK: A Theatre and Dance Blog
Meet the incredible cast and creative team of Cabaret, a daring musical which expertly intertwines exciting musical numbers with compelling character narratives and social commentary.
ON THE BLOG: Meet The Cast of This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing
OFF BOOK: A Theatre and Dance Blog
Meet the cast and creative team collaborating on This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing, Finegan Kruckemeyer’s fantastical fable of three sisters whose bond withstands the ever-changing world around them.
Kimberly Belflower to Adapt John Proctor is the Villain for Film with Tina Fey, Sadie Sink
Hollywood Reporter
Alum Kimberly Belflower (M.F.A. 2017) will adapt her hit Broadway play John Proctor is the Villain for film with producers Tina Fey, Sadie Sink and Marc Platt.
Alumni Zachariah Ezer and Emma Watkins Chosen as Judith Champion Launch Commissioned Artists
Broadway World
Atlantic Theater Company selects alumni Zachariah Ezer (M.F.A. 2023) and Emma Watkins (M.F.A. 2024) as 2025 Judith Champion Launch Commissioned Artists.
Lara Dossett Receives Department of Theatre and Dance Teaching Excellence Award
Assistant Professor of Instruction Lara Dossett has been selected as the recipient of the 2024/2025 Department of Theatre and Dance Teaching Excellence Award. This prestigious teaching accolade recognizes faculty members who go above and beyond to foster student success within the department.
Alum Ginger Morris Inducted into Austin Arts Hall of Fame
Austin American Statesman
The Austin Arts Hall of Fame, which honors community members who have significantly contributed to the arts landscape of Austin, has inducted Ginger Morris (B.F.A. 2000) for her work in theatre and education.
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2022/2023 Season
Texas Theatre and Dance is pleased to present the 2022/2023 season celebrating new and diverse voices for the stage.
Visit the Department
Information about discounted parking for events, tips for parking on campus and where to find the F. Loren Winship Drama Building.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Learn more about The College of Fine Arts' commitment to fostering a culture and climate that is inclusive and welcoming of students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints.
From the founding of the Department of Drama in 1938 to present, the Department of Theatre and Dance has been a hub of creativity and innovation on the 40 Acres.
I love how being a part of UT Theatre and Dance really feels like you are part of big family. The professors are amazing and know how to push you in a positive way to achieve your goals, while preparing you for a successful career in whatever your focus is in--whether that be acting, directing, playwriting, dancing, etc.
Also, being engaged with other students creates this feeling of a repertoire company that builds this level of trust. You get the feeling of being at home when you're rehearsing in Winship. There is no other place on campus that will make you feel this peaceful.
- Andrew Rodriguez (B.F.A. 2019)