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May 23, 2023
This page was updated 5/23/2023.  The School of Drama operations have relocated to Condon Hall until Summer 2024, while Hutchinson Hall undergoes seismic upgrades. HUTCHINSON HALL and The School of Drama office will be closed to the public from June 11, 2023, to July 4, 2023. There will be no advising or room reservations during this time. Staff, Faculty, and Authorized Personnel will have access to the building with the use of their Husky cards. The School of Drama will reopen to the... Read more
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February 26, 2024
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]... Read more
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February 26, 2024
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... Read more
Neurology/Neurosurgery Simulation
February 13, 2024
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... Read more
Carlos Murillo
December 13, 2023
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... Read more
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December 11, 2023
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,... Read more
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December 11, 2023
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 Fuerbringer, University of Washington, ESPN, USA Today
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December 11, 2023
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... Read more

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