"It was a goal of mine," says Sarah Wiggin. "I wanted to elevate women in leadership roles." And in that regard, her first season as Tent Theatre's artistic director (after serving two years in an interim role) is already a success. The 2018 season features three female directors as well as a female production stage manager. Women are also playing leadership roles in set … [Read more...] about Classic stories, current goals
Dr. Shawn Wahl, interim dean of the College of Arts and Letters, is pleased to announce new leadership in the departments of art and design and theatre and dance. Vonda Yarberry has been selected as the head of the department of art and design. Joseph Price has been appointed head of the department of theatre and dance. "Hiring Vonda and Joseph provides outstanding … [Read more...] about New arts leadership for a destination arts campus
When Dan Shelley began interning at local radio station KTTS in the early 1980s, he knew he'd found the place for him. "I was only supposed to be there six hours a week, but just hearing the sound of the UPI news ticker and the national weather service wire," he remembers. "I just couldn't leave. If someone rushed out the door to cover a breaking news story, I'd jump in the … [Read more...] about Digital pioneer recognized with Outstanding Alumni Award
Missouri State alumna and daytime TV legend Kay Alden Nelson recently returned to campus to share her expertise with students. Nelson, who is credited for her writing as Kay Alden, has a decades-long career writing for "The Young and the Restless" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," including several years as the head writer for "The Young and the Restless." Awards … [Read more...] about Daytime TV legend returned to campus for master classes
The College of Arts and Letters invites Missouri State staff members to join us Tuesday, June 12, 2018, for Staff Appreciation Night at Tent Theatre. This year’s performance, Cry-Baby, is a fun-filled comedy featuring the ultimate battle of the bands. Each staff member may reserve two tickets, and each ticket comes with a voucher for Andy’s frozen custard at … [Read more...] about Staff Appreciation Night at Tent Theatre