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The legacy and the future of Tent Theatre

May 22, 2023 by Juliana Goodwin

Tent Theatre

On a hot summer night in 1963, tent theatre debuted under a round, 55-foot tent in shades of tangerine and green. "Audiences loved the shows from the very beginning," said Lesley Fleenor Trottier, '67, who was in the first two seasons. "It was something new, different and exciting. It was also very professional. I was coming out of high school, and I knew immediately it … [Read more...] about The legacy and the future of Tent Theatre

Filed Under: Alumni Spotlight, News Tagged With: musical theatre, tent theatre, theatre and dance, Theatre and Dance Department

Dance students find success at conference

April 27, 2023 by

When you visit or pass by the Springfield Art Museum, it’s hard to miss a large, bright yellow sculpture. It’s a piece called Sun Target II by sculptor John Henry. The sculpture inspired the “Sun Target” dance by guest artist Ilana Goldman. She choreographed it for a group of Missouri State University dance majors and minors. They performed it at the March American College … [Read more...] about Dance students find success at conference

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Awards, Faculty and Staff Page, Reynolds College of Arts and Letters, Students, theatre and dance

MSU theatre and dance to present world premiere of new musical

April 11, 2023 by

Unrealistic beauty standards and the fear of growing old can be found in our social media and entertainment. In an effort to expose pop culture’s obsession with youth, beauty and fame, the Missouri State department of theatre and dance will perform the world premiere of the new musical, “In Vain.” “In Vain” is a witty new spin on Oscar Wilde’s gothic novel, “The Picture … [Read more...] about MSU theatre and dance to present world premiere of new musical

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Cristina Pippa, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, media journalism and film, missouri state journal, theatre and dance, University Life

Celebrating a vision becoming reality

October 31, 2022 by

The wait and anticipation is over. On Oct. 30, Missouri State University hosted a dedication ceremony for the completed John Goodman Amphitheatre in the Judith Enyeart Reynolds Arts Park on campus. The ceremony included a special performance and reception for donors and Tent Theatre alumni. Named after him, joined in the celebration. “To be able to finally unveil this … [Read more...] about Celebrating a vision becoming reality

Filed Under: Faculty News, Headlines Tagged With: Brent Dunn, Faculty and Staff Page, Headlines, John Goodman, Missouri State University Foundation, Reynolds College of Arts and Letters, tent theatre, theatre and dance

How Pilates can improve your health and wellbeing

September 27, 2022 by Strategic Communication

Pilates was invented around 100 years ago, and it is becoming an increasingly popular form of exercise. What exactly is Pilates? How is it different from other modalities like Yoga or Tai Chi? What are the benefits of Pilates? Who can most benefit from it? Sarah Wilcoxon, associate professor of dance and comprehensive Pilates certified instructor at Missouri State … [Read more...] about How Pilates can improve your health and wellbeing

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, In the News, Reynolds College of Arts and Letters, Sarah Wilcoxon, theatre and dance

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