November 17, 2016
…at Columbia University’s Miller Theatre. The series is dedicated to leading composers of new music. Liang’s concert, which features fellow UC San Diego Department of Music faculty members Steven Schick (conductor) and Mark Dresser (contrabass), includes the world premiere of “Lakescape V,” a Miller Theatre co-commission. Also on the program:…
January 24, 2018
Two new works selected for the prestigious Humana Festival of New American Plays were written by University of California San Diego playwrights, marking the first time a UC San Diego faculty member and MFA student have had their work featured simultaneously.
September 26, 2013
…Jolla Playhouse/UC San Diego Theatre District, productions will radiate out from this “Festival Village” core–which also includes artist talks, food trucks, a beer garden and live music–to several unusual spots on campus and other locations in San Diego. A partnership of the La Jolla Playhouse with UC San Diego, the…
March 9, 2017
…in the Department of Theatre and Dance at UC San Diego, he is committed to engaging diverse populations in performing arts. Before beginning his doctoral studies at UC San Diego, Dorwart performed with the Denver-based Phamaly Theatre Company, one of the few professional theater groups in the world made up…
September 24, 2024
Ana María Álvarez calls herself an “artivist.” As head of UC San Diego’s dance area in the Department of Theatre and Dance, she is expanding the notion of dance as a tool for imagining new futures. “Art has the capacity to shift worlds and redefine narratives.”
June 9, 2016
…Emily Roxworthy, professor of theatre, will serve as the new provost of Earl Warren College. Both appointments are effective July 1. “We are pleased to have both professors join the team of provosts in support of our unique college system,” said Barbara Sawrey, associate vice chancellor for Academic Affairs and…
April 12, 2024
UC San Diego’s Department of Theatre and Dance graduate student playwrights present five bold stories that will world premiere from Apr. 26 to May 18 at the Wagner New Play Festival.
February 21, 2019
Theatre and Dance Students Gain Real-World Experience on New La Jolla Playhouse Musical, ‘Diana’ In addition to ensemble roles for three MFA actors, sound designer Stephen Jensen and stage manager Tyler Larson work diligently to bring production to life “Diana” runs Feb. 19 – April 7. (Courtesy La Jolla Playhouse)…
June 15, 2017
…San Diego’s Department of Theatre and Dance is among the best: Hollywood Reporter recently listed the acting program #5 in the world. Part of its reputation is due to its unique partnership with the world-renowned La Jolla Playhouse. The UC San Diego-La Jolla Playhouse partnership includes a theater and dance…
June 8, 2017
…Michael Greif—a Department of Theatre and Dance MFA directing alumnus (’85). Photos by dearevanhansen.com UC San Diego takes the stage in many programs—its Department of Theatre and Dance easily commanding the spotlight. Proof positive are three recent Tony Award nominations earned by alumni Michael Greif (MFA directing, ’85), nominated for…
