After a one-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Missouri State University’s Tent Theatre is back this summer to delight audiences. The lineup features three shows – two live and one virtual. Tickets are now on sale. Beehive: The 60s Musical, June 16-19 (live and online) – This jukebox musical tells the loose-knit story of six young women coming of age to the vibrant soundtrack … [Read more...] about Tent Theatre returns for 59th season
When the curtain rises on the 2022 season of Missouri State University’s Tent Theatre, the audience will have an even greater reason to cheer: They’ll be seated in the new John Goodman Amphitheatre in the new Judith Enyeart Reynolds Arts Park. The university broke ground on the project today (April 8). “This new arts park and permanent amphitheatre are much welcome additions to … [Read more...] about Construction begins on new amphitheatre and arts park
A carefree summer fling causes romantic clashes, bodies pile up in an Agatha Christie classic and an imposter leads the FBI on a merry chase. That’s what Tent Theatre at Missouri State University has in store for audiences this summer. The lineup features one musical and two comedies. Tickets go on sale May 1. “Grease,” June 12-15, 17-22 “The Mousetrap,” June 27-July … [Read more...] about Spend your summer nights with Tent Theatre’s 57th season
Conservative squares face off against leather-clad delinquents. A miserable orphan becomes the legendary Peter Pan. A die-hard theater fan plays his favorite album … and the characters come to life. That’s what Tent Theatre at Missouri State University has in store for audiences this summer. The lineup features two musicals and one comedy. Tickets go on sale May 1. “Cry-Baby” … [Read more...] about Tent Theatre set for three shows under the night sky
The College of Arts and Letters at Missouri State University partners with the Springfield community, region and state to bring arts education to the young and old. They connect through performances, exhibitions, workshops and courses. They do this because the arts enrich our lives and expand our understanding of the world. Dr. Shawn Wahl, interim dean to the College of Arts … [Read more...] about Arts connect community to university