University Theatre closes season with passion and poetry in ‘The Sins of Sor Juana’
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. May 2 – 3 and May 6 – 10 and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4 at the John W. Wright Theatre.
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Anne Carson’s acclaimed adaptation of Sophokles’ classic tragedy ‘Antigone’ makes its Fresno premiere
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. March 28 – 29 and April 1 – 5 and at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre on campus.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre presents the powerful historical drama ‘Red Velvet’
“Red Velvet” tells the compelling true story of Ira Aldridge, an African-American actor who broke barriers in 1833 London by becoming the first Black man to play Othello on a major English stage.
Read MoreLaughter, love and family drama collide in ‘Chicken & Biscuits’ production
Can rivaling sisters Baneatta and Beverly bury their father without killing each other? This proves difficult when Beverly shows up at the chapel with her “blessings” on display.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre Announces 2024-25 Mainstage Season
This season will see the final production from longtime faculty member Brad Myers and the debut of new faculty member Michelle Bellaver.
Read MoreImmigration debate takes center stage in University Theatre’s latest production
“Sanctuary City” promises to captivate audiences with its raw emotion, thought-provoking themes and unique form of storytelling. The production sheds light on the human side of the immigration debate, inviting audiences to empathize with characters whose lives are often overlooked or marginalized.
Read MoreCaptivating and thought-provoking dance concert kicks off University Theatre’s spring season
Embark on a captivating and reflective evening of dance with the Contemporary Dance Ensemble under the artistic direction of Kenneth Balint.
Read More‘Lit Night’ event brings collaboration and original works to University Theatre stage
Fresno State’s Department of Theatre and Dance, in collaboration with the Department of English’s MFA Creative Writing Program, presents “Lit Night” at the Dec. 5 performance of “Seminar.”
Read MoreUniversity Theatre presents ‘Seminar,’ a comedic exploration of the writers’ world
Theresa Rebeck’s “Seminar” is a brilliant examination of the creative process and the complex interplay of art and ego.
Read MoreQueer Rom-Com makes Fresno debut at University Theatre
A story of loss, love and redemption, Turner’s new comedy follows the world’s loneliest (and wittiest) single woman, Carlo, as she crashes her ex-girlfriend’s wedding to a man.
Read MorePowerful drama ‘American Son’ opens University Theatre mainstage season
This thought-provoking play delves into the complexities of identity, race, and family, offering audiences a powerful and emotional exploration of contemporary societal issues.
Read MoreShakespeare’s ‘Comedy of Errors’ ushers in the holiday season
“The Comedy of Errors” tells the story of two sets of identical twins accidentally separated at birth.
Read MoreStephen King’s classic thriller ‘Misery’ comes alive on stage
Successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre kicks off the season with Pulitzer Prize finalist ‘4,000 Miles’
After suffering a major loss on a cross-country bike trip, 21-year-old Leo seeks solace from his feisty 91-year-old grandmother Vera in her West Village apartment.
Read MoreModern Latine adaptation of Sophocles’ ‘Electra’ receives Fresno premiere
Fresno State’s University Theatre presents its fifth in-person production of the 2021 – 2022 Mainstage season, “Electricidad,” written by Luis Alfaro and directed by Gina Sandí-Díaz. The production is a Fresno premiere.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre brings gripping docudrama ‘Wilderness’ to the stage
“Wilderness” is a pulsating documentary theatre piece that speaks to our collective search for connection and hope as families survive the extraordinary pressures and complexities that accompany coming of age in 21st-century America.
Read MoreLive theatre makes a welcome return to Fresno State
Theatre is a unique art form in that it only exists at the moment it is being created. No other art form relies so heavily on the audience. A single person or multiple people can view paintings, but the impact of the piece remains the same because it is a tangible art piece.
Read MoreOne of the ‘Best American plays of the last 25 years’ takes centerstage at University Theatre
Fresno State’s University Theatre will present “This Is Our Youth,” its second in-person production of the 2021-22 Mainstage season.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre returns to face-to-face performances for 2021/22 mainstage season
The season offers a diverse range of work from seasoned playwrights and young, up-and-coming playwrights.
Read More‘All in the Timing’ streams levity to your screen
“Emerging from this pandemic, it just felt right to me to present a bit of fun layered with some serious notes, but not too serious.” ~ J Daniel Herring.
Read More‘Agony of Ecstasy’ production tackles gender norms
“The Agony of Ecstasy” is a compilation of four short plays exploring the performative aspects of gender norms and the power struggle at the heart of human relationships.
Read MoreOriginal piece examines gender and sexuality through William Shakespeare
Fresno State’s University Theatre will present its third virtual production of the 2020-21 mainstage season, “To Thine Own Self Be True: Gender, Sexuality and the Bard,” written by William Shakespeare, conceived and directed by Brad Myers.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre to debut first virtual production in new partnership
Fresno State’s University Theatre will present its first virtual production of the 2020-21 mainstage season with “Darkside,” written by Tom Stoppard and directed by Kathleen McKinley. The production, filmed in the John Wright Theatre in conjunction with the Department of Media, Communications and Journalism, will be presented online at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6-7 and Nov. 10-14, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 8.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre announces 2020-21 Mainstage season lineup
While the method of presentation is yet to be determined, the Department of Theatre and Dance is excited to be able to offer a diverse lineup of theatrical work in these challenging times. As more decisions for the upcoming academic school year are made, we will solidify the method in which this season will be […]
Read MoreSmall town life takes center stage in Lanford Wilson’s drama, ‘Book of Days’
When murder roars through the town, Ruth Hoch begins her own quest to find truth and honesty amid small town jealousies, religion, greed, and lies.
Read MoreHALLOWEEN SPECIAL! Get two ‘Just Like Us’ tickets for the price of one; details…
University Theatre is pleased to present the Central Valley premiere of “Just Like Us” by Karen Zacarías, based on the novel by Helen Thorpe. The production is directed by Dr. Gina Sandí-Díaz and runs October 26 – November 3, 2018 in the Dennis & Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts building on the campus […]
Read MoreUniversity Theatre season opens with Central Valley premiere of ‘The Wolves’
University Theatre is pleased to present the Central Valley premiere of “The Wolves” by Sarah DeLappe. The production is directed by Kathleen McKinley and runs Sept. 28 – Oct. 6 in the Dennis & Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts building on the campus of Fresno State.
Read MoreActing student Thuy Duong attending Juilliard this fall
Congratulations to Thuy Duong, an acting alumna from the Department of Theatre Arts, on her acceptance to Juilliard! Duong received her bachelor of arts degree in Theatre Arts this spring and will be moving to New York in August before attending the performing arts school.
Read MoreMCJ class creates unique project on ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’
Donald Munro’s MCJ 104 (Editing of Publications) class was assigned a unique final group project inspired by the Fresno State University Theatre production of “A Streetcar Named Desire.” The groups were each asked to pick an aspect of the production to focus on and explore in articles for a collaborative website.
Read MoreFeatured Supporters: David and Linda Brown
It is from the support of our generous donors that the College of Arts and Humanities thrives in the ability to aid students through their academic careers with the establishment of scholarships, as well as in further developing our faculty, resources and facilities. This is why we are grateful in recognizing our supporters the Rev. David H. Brown and Linda M. Hammer-Brown, whose wonderful gift to the College will benefit many future students of the Department of Theatre Arts in becoming an endowed scholarship.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre closes season with Tennessee Williams’ classic drama
University Theatre will close the 2017-18 theatre season with “A Streetcar Named Desire” by Tennessee Williams. The production is directed by Kathleen McKinley and runs May 4 through 12 in the John Wright Theatre of the Speech Arts building on the campus of Fresno State.
Read MoreStudent-run theatre company presents dark comedy
Fresno State’s Experimental Theatre Company announces its spring 2018 production, “Den of Thieves” by Stephen Adly-Gurgis. The production is directed by Fresno State student Danielle Valdivia and will run April 13 through 15 in the Lab School 101 Theatre.
Read More‘Lydia’ premieres under direction of Latinx theatre professor
University Theatre is pleased to present the Fresno premiere of Octavio Solis’ “Lydia” under the direction of Dr. Gina Sandí-Díaz, professor of Latinx Theatre at Fresno State. The production will run March 16-24 in the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts Building at Fresno State. This production marks the directorial debut of Dr. Gina Sandí-Díaz.
Read MoreContemporary Dance Ensemble presents spring production, ‘Epistêmê’
The eighth annual Contemporary Dance Ensemble spring production, “Epistêmê,” will run from Feb. 16 to Feb. 24 in the John Wright Theatre in the Speech Arts building at Fresno State.
Read More‘The Two Gentlemen of Verona’ receives new life on university stage
A refreshed version of the William Shakespeare classic, “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” will run Dec. 1 – 9 at the John Wright Theatre at Fresno State. The production receives an original and accessible concept by director Brad Myers, and is the third show of University Theatre’s 2017-18 season.
Read MoreStudent-run theatre company brings Agatha Christie classic to stage
Fresno State’s Experimental Theatre Company will present its fall production, “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie. The production is directed by Fresno State student Jana Price, and will run Nov. 9-12 in the Lab School 101 Theatre.
Read More‘Native Son’ next up in University Theatre’s season
A new stage adaptation of the influential Richard Wright Novel, “Native Son,” takes center stage Oct. 27 through Nov. 4 at the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre at Fresno State. The adaptation of “Native Son,” written by Nambi E. Kelley and directed by Thomas-Whit Ellis, is the second show of University Theatre’s 2017-2018 season.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre presents Fresno premiere of ‘A Particle of Dread (Oedipus Variations)’
~ By Miguel Gastelum, communications specialist for University Theatre Fresno State University Theatre presents its first show of the 2017-18 season, “A Particle of Dread (Oedipus Variations),” written by Sam Shepard and directed by J. Daniel Herring. “A Particle of Dread (Oedipus Variations)” is the last play written by the late American playwright, Sam Shepard. Shepard was […]
Read MoreUniversity Theatre to hold fall auditions
Calling all thespians — fall theatre auditions are here! The Fresno State Department of Theatre Arts will hold preliminary auditions for its fall season at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, in the John Wright Theatre on campus.
Read MoreSeason University Theatre subscriptions now available
Ticket packages for the 2017-18 University Theatre season are now available online. Auditions for all fall 2017 shows are set for 6 p.m. Aug. 22, in the John Wright Theatre.
Read MoreUniversity Theatre: ‘Heathers the Musical’ and a look ahead to the 2017-18 season
~ By Anthony Cody, communications specialist for the Department of Theatre Arts Fresno State’s University Theatre will wrap up the 2016-17 theatre season with a presentation of “Heathers The Musical” May 5 through 13 (the stage is dark on May 8). This production is directed by Brad Myers. The musical, adapted from the cult-film “Heathers,” […]
Read MoreUniversity Theatre opens ‘The Great God Pan’
~ By Anthony Cody, reprinted from FresnoStateNews.com Fresno State’s University Theatre will present “The Great God Pan” March 24 through April 1 (excluding March 27) with daily show times at 7:30 p.m. and a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee in the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts building. The play, written by Amy […]
Read MoreUniversity Theatre auditions for spring productions Jan. 22-25
~ By Anthony Cody, reprinted from FresnoStateNews.com University Theatre will hold auditions Jan. 22 through 25 for two spring performances. The first of the staggered auditions, which will take place in the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts Building (Room 135), will be from 7 to 10 p.m. Jan. 22 and 23 for “Heathers the Musical,” directed […]
Read MoreUniversity Theatre’s ‘Tar Beach’ opens Friday, Oct. 28
~ By Anthony Cody, reprinted from FresnoStateNews.com Fresno State’s University Theatre will present “Tar Beach” Oct. 28 through Nov. 5 (excluding Oct. 31) with daily show times at 7:30 p.m. and a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee in the Dennis and Cheryl Woods Theatre in the Speech Arts Building. This semi-autobiographical play, written by Tammy Ryan, […]
Read MoreAudition for Theatre for Young Audiences
Auditions for this year’s Theatre for Young Audiences are from 3-5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Oct. 25 and 26, in the John Wright Theatre. Auditions open to everyone. Theatre for Young Audiences has been a tradition at Fresno State for more than 50 years. Each spring, Fresno State students enroll in a course to bring children’s theatre […]
Read MoreART NOTES: ‘Stephanie Bradshaw: New Work’
Stephanie Bradshaw, costume shop supervisor for University Theatre (fresnostate.edu/artshum/theatrearts/), will show her art work at the Voice Shop (thevoiceshop.com/). “Stephanie Bradshaw: New Work” can be seen at the Sept. 1 ArtHop and through the month of September. Bradshaw won the Dean’s Award for Outstanding Thesis. Here’s what Bradshaw has to say about her exhibit: The bulk of the artworks I’ll […]
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