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Drama students play the role of patients in simulations designed to train neurology residents
May 1, 2025
With School of Drama students performing the roles of patients and loved ones, simulations of clinical scenarios help neurology residents hone their skills. Read more at the link below:
Co-Director sebastian Bravo-Montenegro & Karis Ho. Photo credit Alex Banh
April 17, 2025
Photo credit: Alex Banh Northwest Asian Weekly spotlights Mother of Exiles, the latest production in UW Drama’s Producing Artists Lab series. Written by Jessica Huang and directed by MFA students REN and Sebastián Bravo Montenegro, this time-hopping, intergenerational drama explores immigration, family, and resilience—with humor, heartbreak, and hope. Actor and alum Karis Ho leads as Eddie Loi, a pregnant immigrant... Read more
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April 14, 2025
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Mother of exiles poster
April 11, 2025
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:Courtney D. Clarkcclark75@uw.edu206-221-6797Press image(s): [Download] University of Washington School of Drama Presents Mother of... Read more
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Picture of Patrick Mckelvey and informational
March 21, 2025
Theatre History and Performance Studies at the School of Drama at the University of Washington -- with support from the Simpson Center for the Humanities, The School of Art + Art History + Design, and the Department of Dance -- present: A talk by ... Read more
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Production Poster of a woman Cowgirl riding a horse
March 6, 2025
Media Contact: Courtney D. Clarkcclark75@uw.edu 206-221-6797Press image(s): [Download] University of Washington School of Drama Presents Sarah Ruhl’s Late, A Cowboy Song A Poetic Journey of Love, Identity, and Breaking Free from Convention SEATTLE, WA – The University... Read more
the Winter's Tale Poster
February 11, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEB. 11, 2025Contact: Courtney D. ClarkEmail: cclark75@uw.eduPhone: 206-221-6797Press image(s): [Download] THE WINTER’S TALE By William Shakespeare Adapted and Directed by Kate Drummond When: February 13... Read more
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February 11, 2025
Dear Friends of Drama, As I write this message, I am in Ashland, Oregon where in a few days I begin technical rehearsals for a play that was written in 1599 “based on a true story” that happened in 44 BC. It is remarkable how this play, written by an Englishman about one moment in ancient Roman history, can be so resonant today in the United States of America. In my long career as a lighting designer, I’ve often been reminded, as I am now, of the significance the arts can have in our lives “to... Read more
Headshot of Professor Chi-wang Yang
February 3, 2025
We are excited to introduce several new faces to the University of Washington School of Drama community, including two faculty appointments.  Chi-wang Yang has joined the School of Drama as Assistant Professor of Acting starting in January 2025. A talented director and interdisciplinary artist, Chi-wang brings a unique approach to exploring the intersections of body, emotion, and technology in theater. His work has been featured at renowned venues such as REDCAT, SFMoMA, and... Read more

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