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A Day to Remember: "september play" Marks the Tenth Anniversary of September 11, 2011

May 24, 2012 | The University of Texas at Austin: Know

With the government's attempt to frame a communal response to the anniversary of that tragic occasion — a seismic moment that, politically and emotionally, marked the turn of the 21st century — forms the crux of “september play,” a temporal, theater production being staged on Sept. 11 in the Anna Hiss Gymnasium.

Theatre and Dance in Italy: Study Abroad Application Deadline December 1, 2011

May 24, 2012

This program brings theatre to life through creative participation. It takes you out of the classroom and into the piazzas and streets of the breathtaking city of Florence.

Alumnus Takes Center Stage at The Camille Playhouse: Eric Vera Named Executive Artistic Director

May 24, 2012

Alumnus Eric Vera's career is on a fast upward trajectory.

The Drama Book Shop Awarded Tony for Excellence in Theatre

May 24, 2012 | Publishers Weekly

The store has long fostered a strong sense of community and is proud of its history in New York City. Read all about it!

Drama and Theatre for Youth and Communities Professor Honored: Dr. Coleman A. Jennings Awarded Orlin Corey Medallion

May 24, 2012

The Children's Theatre Foundation of America is recognizing Jennings' work by awarding him the Orlin Corey Medallion, a prestigious award that honors individuals and institutions for their significant achievements in theatre that have contributed to the cultural enrichment of children and youth.

Faculty Spotlight: Playwriting with Steven Dietz, Kirk Lynn and Suzan Zeder

May 24, 2012

Students of our demanding M.F.A. Playwriting program need look no further than to their own faculty for inspiration and prime of examples of this charge.

Department of Theatre and Dance Program Receives $100,000 Grant

May 24, 2012

Drama for Schools honored with a 2011-12 award from the Longhorn Innovation Fund for Technology

Doctoral Candidate Named Powers Fellow: Eleanor Owicki, Student in Performance as Public Practice

May 24, 2012 | The University of Texas at Austin: Know

She is drawing from a number of disciplines and scholarship in her work and that “provide other angles to those larger debates about the peace process in Northern Ireland and what’s at stake." Read more about Eleanor and her dissertation here. 

Professor Susan Mickey Wins Joseph Jefferson Award

May 24, 2012

This award marks yet another recognition of the extraordinary artistic achievement and national reputation of Susan Mickey.

Faculty Member Recognized by The University of Texas Board of Regents

May 24, 2012

Professor Charlotte Canning receives Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award Recipient