University of Washington | School of Drama
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The University of Washington School of Drama develops innovative and courageous artists and scholars poised to be the creative leaders of tomorrow. We offer MFA degrees in acting, design, and directing, a four-year undergraduate liberal arts education in Drama or Musical Theatre, and a PhD in theatre history and criticism. Our dynamic, award-winning faculty is dedicated to enabling each artist.
University of Washington | School of Drama
1w ago
Join us as we stroll through Seattle’s Capitol Hill Occupied Protest (CHOP) circa 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Our guest, documentary playwright Nikki Yeboah, guides us from the heart of the protest zone at 11th & Pine, the protest’s focal point and title of her current project.
Yeboah, an Assistant Professor of Playwriting in the School of Drama at the University of Washington, shares insights into her team's oral histories of over 30 protestors, delving into the pivotal event and its lasting impact on participants. She also raises questions about the swift disappearance ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
1M ago
Congratulations Olga Kravtsova and Julia Rahmanzaei, UW Drama PATP'24 Grad students. Their work, "Far From Home," will be featured at the Fertile Ground Festival in Portland, Oregon. As recipients of the Grow Grant, their performance was selected from 60 others for this special recognition.
To support them, you can find tickets at [This Link]
https://fertilegroundpdx.org/growgrants/
To read more details please see the below Daily UW Newslink ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
1M ago
On April 4, 2024, the University of Washington will host the fifth Husky Giving Day, a 24-hour fundraising event where you can join in celebrating UW and the School of Drama.
We’re calling our Drama community to join us on April 4 to make a gift to the Friends of Drama fund. The most versatile fund at the School of Drama, this fund supports everyone in the school – from students to faculty.
Here’s how you can support the School of Drama on Husky Giving Day:
Make a gift on April 4 or
Spread the word using #HuskyGivingDay and #UWDrama and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates through ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
1M ago
University of Washington | School of Drama
1M ago
We're thrilled to share the exciting news that several of our Drama students once again made waves in the medical field through their participation in Neurology/Neurosurgery simulation sessions last month.
Participating Students:
Samantha Weinert
Dasha Eremina
Kaipo Colston
Emma Murphy
In this collaborative endeavor, our students took on the roles of medical patients and caregivers, adding a touch of realism and engagement to the simulated scenarios aimed at training resident physicians. This marks the second successful collaboration between the School of Drama and the Neurolo ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
3M ago
University of Washington | School of Drama
3M ago
A big room for a big conversation – that’s the only way to describe the interview I had with playwright Carlos Murillo, and Nick O'Leary, alongside Kate Drummond, MFA student, at Hutchinson Hall on November 30, 2023. Initially, the room appeared empty, but it gradually filled with a delightful blend of wonder, comfort, and laughter—A kind of joy that is only comparable to a warm hug.
This coming winter quarter, The University of Washington School of Drama is gearing up for its upcoming play titled “A Thick Description of Harry Smith (Vol. 1),” directed by Nick O’Leary, a UW Drama graduate stu ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
3M ago
We're pleased to highlight the recent success of Drama Alumn"J" Jha, (PATP, 2014). Jha has been garnering attention for their standout performance in the Oakland Theater Project’s production of "Mahābhārata."
Under the direction of Michael Socrates Moran, Jha's solo act showcased their dynamic talent, bringing a fresh perspective to the Bay Area's artistic scene. Adapted by Burlingame playwright Geetha Reddy, the production highlighted Jha's versatility and stage presence.
Jha's performance, marked by thoughtful choices and skilled character transformations, resonated with the audience. While ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
3M ago
In a triumphant homecoming, actor, comedian, and host Joel McHale, a proud graduate of the University of Washington's School of Drama (MFA, Acting Class of 2000), graced Montlake as the distinguished guest picker for ESPN's College GameDay on October 14, 2023. The UW School of Drama proudly congratulates Joel McHale, proving that once a Dawg, always a Dawg!
Photo Credit: Peter Long, University of Washington, ESPN, USA Today ..read more
University of Washington | School of Drama
3M ago
The University of Washington's School of Drama proudly showcased its vibrant community of faculty, students, and alumni at the recent American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR) annual conference held in Providence, Rhode Island, in November. The event served as a platform for several UW Drama members to share their scholarly contributions and engage in meaningful discussions within the Theatre History and Performance Studies field.
Among those representing UW Drama were esteemed faculty members and talented students, each contributing to the diverse tapestry of the department's academic end ..read more