Dr. Shawn Wahl, dean of the College of Arts and Letters, commissioned a video to celebrate the quality, tradition and history of the department of theatre and dance. "Our theatre and dance programs are nationally recognized, thanks to the talent and commitment of our faculty, students, staff and alumni," Wahl said. The words of one such alumnus, John Goodman, provide the … [Read more...] about The making of “The Moment Before”
In 1962, Tent Theatre was first conceived as a summer solution to a hot box theater with little ventilation and no air conditioning. At that time, it's safe to assume no one would have imagined that during the subsequent six decades Tent Theatre would transform into a cornerstone of the department: an experience which provides students concentrating on stage management the … [Read more...] about Building to the top
Filmmakers and screen actors often rely on each other to make a production work. This symbiotic relationship is driving a growing collaboration between Missouri State’s department of media, journalism and film, and department of theatre and dance. Overlap in theatre and film Kurt Heinlein, professor of theatre and dance and acting program coordinator, said despite the … [Read more...] about Theatre and film professors partner to give students comprehensive film production experiences
They are the storytellers. The creators. The visualizers. The students who make up Missouri State’s College of Arts and Letters take pride in standing out amongst the crowd and making their Missouri Statement a distinct one. How? Here are five ways COAL is making itself known at MSU. Giving Voice will open your eyes to oppression Giving Voice, a theatre troupe housed … [Read more...] about Five reasons to choose COAL as your college
The tent is up and Staff Appreciation Night has been set for the 54th season of Tent Theatre. Missouri State is offering a free performance of "All Shook Up" on June 7 for all staff. Staff Appreciation Night is sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters. Get get your tickets for the rock ’n’ roll rebellion Staff are allowed two tickets each for the June 7 showing of … [Read more...] about MSU treats staff to free Tent Theatre performance of ‘All Shook Up’