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University Dance Company Fall Concert will feature world-renowned hip-hop choreographer Amirah Sackett
KU Theatre to stage 'Hookman,' a darkly comedic salute to teenage slasher films
Based on a true story, 'Indecent' highlights lost moment in queer Jewish history
KU Theatre & Dance announces 2024 award and scholarship recipients
KU Theatre & Dance announces 2024-25 performance season
Theatre design student earns 1st place at national contest
University Dance Company Performs April 5-7, with Kansas City Aerial Arts
In the University Dance Company Spring Concert, students and choreographers examine the ideas of world-building, connection, and suspense through the artform. Ballet, contemporary, hip hop, and jazz dance styles provide uplift and entertainment in this repertoire concert. ...
KU Theatre explores labor and community in award-winning drama ‘SWEAT’
KU to stage ‘Sweeney Todd,’ opening Feb. 16
New musical 'Milking Christmas' goes full-tilt merry
LAWRENCE — Audiences to the University Theatre’s next production will enjoy cheery musical numbers, over-the-top costumes and sweet storylines driven by even sweeter characters — literally, some of them are gingerbread cookies. Through all that, along with self-aware humor, a satirical message on capitalism and corporate greed emerges. “Milking Christmas,...
University Dance Company Presents its Fall 2023 Concert
University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance faculty members, along with a regional guest choreographer, will present work in ballet, hip hop, and modern/contemporary dance styles at the University Dance Company Fall Concert November 3 and 4 at 7:30pm and Nov. 5 at 2:30pm. Featured faculty choreographers are...
KU Theatre & Dance announces 2023-24 performances
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance has unveiled its 2023-24 performance season, which engages talent within the University Theatre, University Dance Company, School of Music and Department of English, among others. Guest artists from professional theatre and dance companies will also contribute to the season’s...
University Dance Company Turns Up the Volume at Murphy Hall
The University Dance Company Fall Concert explores love, community, and self-discovery through professionally choreographed works in ballet, hip hop, and contemporary dance at Murphy Hall Nov. 11-13. ...
University Dance Company Spring Concert March 25-27
After eight weeks of rehearsal, dancers in the University of Kansas Dance Company are eager to perform at the Spring Concert March 25-27. Students working alongside professional choreographers will showcase the artistry and energy of the Department of Theatre & Dance at this repertoire concert, staged in Murphy Hall’s Crafton-Preyer...
University Dance Company Fall Concert Nov. 19-21
The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance presents the University Dance Company’s repertory concert featuring original works by KU faculty members Ashley Brittingham, Tristian Griffin, and Maya Tillman-Rayton, as well as guest alumna Ashley Ebner. Ballet, modern/contemporary, and hip hop works will explore the fascinating, fun, and complex...
KU Theatre & Dance returns with plans for in-person performances
LAWRENCE — The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Kansas offers escapism, comedy, music, dance and poignant drama in its 2021-2022 season. ...
KU Department of Theatre & Dance names 2021 award winners
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance recognized 65 students as recipients of its year-end awards and scholarships, totaling over $175,000 in financial support. ...
University Dance Company Spring Concert Responds To Media Overload
The University Dance Company presents its Spring Concert, highlighting information overload and the many stimuli we experience as we move physically and virtually through the world – one weekend only, April 9-11.* Access is free. For information about this digital presentation and about the choreographers and cast, visit Spring Dance...