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December 12, 2024
We are thrilled to celebrate the recent achievement of Dr. Stefka G. Mihaylova, Associate Professor of Theatre Theory and Criticism at the University of Washington. Her groundbreaking book, Viewers in Distress: Race, Gender, Religion, and Avant-Garde Performance at the Turn of the 21st Century (University of Michigan Press), received an honorable mention for the Barnard Hewitt Award for Outstanding Research in Theatre Scholarship at the most recent... Read more
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October 31, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OCT.31, 2024 Contact: Courtney D. Clark Email: cclark75@uw.edu Phone: 206-221-6797 Press image(s): Download THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE By Bertolt Brecht | Translated by Alistair Beaton... Read more
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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
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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
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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

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