By Kari Dickinson Opening this week, University Theatre’s summer production of “Dance Nation” invites audiences into the electrifying world of competitive dance — where glitter, ambition, and adolescent angst collide. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Clare Barron, “Dance Nation” follows a team of pre-teen dancers from “somewhere in America” as they aim to claw their way …
By Kari Dickinson Opening this Thursday, University Theatre’s latest production, “Spring Awakening,” explores the timeless tension between youth and authority — and the perils of coming of age — in an electrifying musical driven by a pulsating rock score and brought to life by a bold cast of student performers. Set in Germany in the late 19th …
UW–Madison’s Megan Reilly, an assistant professor in the School of Education’s Department of Theatre and Drama, was the lighting designer for the world premiere musical adaptation of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s bestselling children’s book, “Just Ask!”at The Coterie Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri. The production, which ran Jan. 29 to Feb. 23, brought …
Graduates of the UW–Madison School of Education are enjoying successful careers in fields across the arts, health, and education — and we are excited to share what they are doing today. Following is a Q&A with Marcus Jahn, who graduated in 2016 with a BS in Theatre and Drama and Political Science. How did you …
The UW–Madison Division of the Arts has announced the recipients of the 2025 Creative Arts Awards, who will be recognized at an award ceremony on Monday, April 28, at the Play Circle Theater in the Memorial Union. Among the award winners are 11 faculty members, graduate students, and undergraduates from the School of Education. These …
UW–Madison’s Aly Renee Amidei, an assistant professor in the School of Education’s Department of Theatre and Drama, was featured in the Capital Times for her work as the costume designer for Children’s Theater of Madison’s (CTM) recent production of “Cinderella.” Amidei, who has extensive experience designing for professional theater productions across the country, shared her excitement about …
By Kari Dickinson “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,” a classic American play by August Wilson, is University Theatre’s latest production, opening Feb. 27. Set in a Pittsburgh boarding house in 1911, the play captures the lives of Black migrants seeking new opportunities in the North during the Great Migration, as well as people running from their …
The UW–Madison School of Education offers academic excellence in areas spanning the arts, health, and education. We are a proud community of innovative leaders, creative thinkers, and fearless trailblazers. Our talented students are committed to making their college experience a meaningful journey that aligns with their interests and helps them achieve their future goals. Following …
As 2024 comes to a close, we are thrilled to look back on another year of learning, achievement, and community across our No. 1-ranked School of Education. From the conclusion of Diana Hess’ nearly decade-long tenure as dean to the introduction of our new leader, Dean Marcelle Haddix, this year has given us opportunities for reflection, gratitude, and excitement …
UW–Madison students living in University Housing each year have the opportunity to recognize outstanding educators through the Honored Instructor program. This program allows students to nominate instructors who challenge them, make learning enjoyable, and inspire their academic and personal growth. The fall 2024 list of Honored Instructors includes six exceptional educators from the School of …