School of Drama

The classical-music world was counting on Beethoven’s 250th birthday this year as a major selling point. But coronavirus started wreaking its havoc, and countless Beethoven-related events had to be scuttled — or adapted on the fly to constraints no one could have predicted. The UW's Jeffrey Fracé, associate professor of acting; Cristina Valdés, artist in residence in the School of Music; and Rachael Lincoln, assistant professor of dance, are mentioned.

Drama professor Scott Magelssen's new book "Performing Flight: From the Barnstormers to Space Tourism" explores how performance and culture have affected aviation.

Gregory Falls, former head of the University of Washington School of Drama, founded ACT Theatre. ACT's production of "Carol" is reviewed in the Seattle Times.

Presenting a School of Drama production live online required creativity — and dependable wifi — for the students, faculty, and staff involved. 

Bruce Lee, who studied drama and philosophy at the UW, is remembered in this article.

Valerie Curtis-Newton, Head of Directing at the School of Drama, will be directing a play at the Round House Theatre.

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage. Each week, we will share upcoming events that bring the UW, and the greater community, together online. 

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage. Each week, we will share upcoming events that bring the UW, and the greater community, together online.  Many of these online opportunities are streamed through Zoom. All UW faculty, staff, and students have access to Zoom Pro via UW-IT.  Curating...

Rainn Wilson, a UW School of Drama alumnus, discusses his life and career. 

Catherine Cole, professor of drama and a divisional dean in the College of Arts & Sciences, is quoted in this article about truth commissions.

The new hires represent all academic arts departments and programs.

As spring quarter comes to a close, we can reflect on the many moments of the last four years that have defined the arts and on-campus events for this year’s graduating class. 

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage.

The scholarship program is the largest U.S. international exchange opportunity for students to pursue graduate study, advanced research and teaching worldwide.

Arts & Sciences departments have used their 3D printers to create protective equipment for health care workers.