You are here
Recent News
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
July 16, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
7/16/2024
Seattle, WA — The University of Washington School of Drama proudly announces the appointment of Chi-wang Yang as Assistant Professor of Acting, starting in Autumn 2024.
Chi-wang Yang brings a wealth of experience as a theater director, interdisciplinary artist, and educator. Known for his dynamic and collaborative approach across plays, operas, concerts, and installations, Yang is dedicated... Read more
July 15, 2024
The University of Washington School of Drama (SoD) is hiring a Technical Director and Scene Shop Manager. This is a full-time position. The salary range for this position will be $5,946 - $7,400 per month ($71,352 to $88,800 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
We are interested in candidates that possess expertise in technical theater, a passion for engaging with students, strong... Read more
Source: Apply Here
June 17, 2024
“A huge tree has fallen in the Black Broadway community,” Tony-nominated producer Lamar Richardson tweeted. “Ron walked so that many of us could run in this industry.”
The School of Drama expresses deep sorrow at the news of the passing of Drama MFA alum Ron Simons (November 30, 1960 – June 12, 2024).
Originally from Detroit, Mr. Simons aspired to pursue a career in acting but initially veered into the... Read more
Source: LA Times
April 6, 2024
March 19, 2024
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... Read more
Source: Talking Chop. Episode 48
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
Source: Daily UW News
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
Source: Friends of Drama Fund