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Department of Theatre & Dance
The Department of Theatre & Dance is an inspirational learning incubator for the next generation of performers, scholars, administrators, designers, and technicians in theatre, performance, and dance.
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Why KU Theatre?
Learn more about studying theatre as an undergraduate or graduate student at KU.
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Our students have enjoyed a century of standing ovations. Now it’s time to invest in the next 100 years. In pursuit of that dream, we are excited to announce the launch of the KU Theatre & Dance Centennial Production Fund, which will ensure the sustainability of our program for years to come. Learn more and donate at Centennial Fund.
Explore
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Performances
Learn more about upcoming theatre & dance performances and how you can support our students by attending plays and dance concerts.
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People
Our world-class faculty and staff are a community of scholar artists, mentors, and professional practitioners.
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Alumni
Find out more about how you can support KU Theatre & Dance and connect with our wide network of proud Jayhawk alumni.
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Research
Founded in 1986 at the University of Kansas, the journal publishes full-length articles that contribute to the varied conversations in dramatic theory and criticism.
Latest News
Fri, 09/06/2024
The Department of Theatre & Dance recently distributed more than $200,000 in awards and scholarships to 70 students. They include Kansans and students from across the U.S. and around the world.
Tue, 08/27/2024
The KU Theatre & Dance season lineup features KU students in musicals, contemporary drama and dance staged at Murphy Hall.