WVU School of Theatre & Dance

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WVU School of Theatre & Dance

WVU School of Theatre & Dance offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in acting, musical theatre ,design & technology, puppetry, and dance.

The West Virginia University School of Theatre & Dance offers challenging and rewarding degree programs in theatre, acting, musical theatre, design & technology, puppetry, and dance. At the graduate level, our MFA Theatre program offers intensive training in acting, lighting design & technology, costume design & technology, scenery design, and technical direction. The School of Theatre & Dance also offers minors in dance, theatre, and technical production.

02/26/2025

The countdown begins……The production of Rimers of Eldritch directed by Leland Blair hits the stage tomorrow evening for its grand opening night! If you have acquired your tickets 🎟️ visit the link in our bio or call our box office at 293-TKTS ! We can’t wait to see you there! If you know anyone in this production, show them love in the comments🎭💙💛

02/24/2025

Welcome to West Virginia University, Dr. Michael T. Benson! Dr. Benson will serve as WVU's 27th president beginning in July. ➡️ go.wvu.edu/4G9J3

02/21/2025

A murder mystery turns a rural town of secret and lies upside down. The WVU School of Theatre & Dance presents Lanford Wilson’s The Rimers of Eldritch opening Thursday, February 27. Call 293-TKTS.

02/15/2025

Keep an eye out for graduating Senior Actor Matthan Baxter in Issue 06 of YNST Magazine—a celebration of the unseen arts and culture of Appalachia! 🌄📖
Matthan models alongside Carolyn Janet, wearing designs by CJ Sews.
We love seeing our talented students shine beyond the stage! 👏🔥

Photography: Jason Hawke
Writing: Adam Payne

02/13/2025

Shout out to our very own Emmalee Berger, 3rd year MFA Costume Design and Technology major!🥳💛💙Emmalee Berger won national recognition in the annual USITT YDMT competition in Make-up!! We are so so proud of you!! If you’re interested in reading more about Emmalee’s big win visit:

https://www.usitt.org/news/2025-ydmt-award-winners-announced

Keep up with Emmalee on her website: bergercostumer.com

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02/12/2025

Shout out to everyone working in the Costume Shop! They are working tirelessly to create pieces for the performers of Rimers of Eldritch and more as we get closer and closer to opening night!
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02/07/2025

It’s opening night!! Make sure to show up and show out for our students. Shout out to Max Clark and Eliza Doll! We are so proud of you and we hope cast and crew break legs tonight! Seating is limited so be sure to grab your seat when doors open! 🎭🤍
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01/21/2025

Due to cold temperatures and icy conditions in the aftermath of snow, in-person classes on the West Virginia University Morgantown Campus will begin at 11 a.m. today (1/21).

Read more: go.wvu.edu/4G9FO

01/20/2025

Join us in congratulating Amanda McGovern!

01/17/2025

TN All State Auditions are today and you can catch our very own, Professor Lee Blair! He’s very excited to be back at his Alma Mater…so if you’re in town stop by the table, grab some resources and have a chat with us!

01/16/2025

Wow! Look at CAC! ☃️As the snow falls❄️….Students, remember to stay bundled up and stay safe during the Winter Weather Advisory!

01/10/2025

Shout out to Amanda McGovern for being a finalist for the Next Gen National Competition!🎤🥳

This competition is in collaboration with the American Pops Orchestra created by our very own alum Luke Frazier!

Amanda will be singing at the Lincoln Center in NYC on Sunday, January 19th, 2026!

We are very proud of you Amanda and we wish you the best of luck! Break a leg! 🎤🎭

11/19/2024

Coming in December!

The stage is being set! 👻 Only 18 days until A Christmas Carol comes to life in Morgantown.

Don’t get scrooged and miss out! There are only five chances for you to see this ghostly grand show Dec. 7-11. 🎟️ tinyurl.com/ticketswvpt
📸: Sadie Varlas
🎭 Director – Jerry McGonigle
✏️ Stage Manager – Aubrey Sirtautas
🎨 Scenic Design – Tamara L. Honesty
🪡 Costume Design – Mary McClung
💡 Lighting Design – Alan McEwen
🎼 Music Director – Spencer Hansen
🔊 Sound Design – Chuck Hatcher

11/17/2024

Congratulations to CO’28 on there BFA showcase Friday and Saturday night! You all did amazing work! Shout out to Director Ryan Scoble for organizing it all! 🎭👏👏👏

Address

Canady Creative Arts Center, 1436 Evansdale Drive
Morgantown, WV
26506

Website

http://theatre.wvu.edu/

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Summer Dance Academy - 2024

The annual Summer Dance Academy just wrapped! It was great to see the next generation of dancers back in the studios and theaters. #wvudance WVU Dance Program

The Book of Will by Lauren Gunderson opens this Thursday and runs through March 8, 2024 at the Canady Creative Arts Center. Tickets: https://wvucca.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1478

Caryl Churchill's "The Skriker" in performance through 12/4/2022 in the Davis Theatre at the WVU Creative Arts Center WVU College of Creative Arts #WVUTheatre #carylchurchill #skriker #collegetheatre

Tap the link in our bio to participate in WVU Giving Day! Donate to the theatre production budget! #wvu #wvutheatre #dayofgiving

Having fun over on TikTok! Make sure to hop over there and give us a follow (@wvutheatredance)!

Had a bunch of fun at the costume shop sale at WVU! Wanna buy some fun outfits for Halloween AND support the CCAC? Come by on Saturday (9/25) between 11-3 to buy some yourself! Right in our theatre lobby!

Our TikTok Correspondent, Justin Borak, learns to dance from one of our awesome dance majors, Cady Potter! He…he’s trying his best. 🕺💃🏼

WHAT SIDE ARE YOU ON?! TOLIET or UFO?!

WVU Theatre & Dance 1st TikTok!

We are on TikTok! Run by current MFA Actor and Chicago-based Comedian, Justin Borak! Give us a follow @wvutheatredance and check out our first video below! LINK TO FOLLOW⬇️ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMRUc2qAh/

"New Anatomies" SNEAK PEEK

"Sneak preview from dress rehearsal. Isabelle discovers her male Arab counterpart Si Mahmoud" -Director Irene Alby

Audience React 1

Haven't seen "You Can't Take It with You" yet? : Maybe some real life reviews will change your mind! : Our very own Joshua Short asked patrons after the show on opening night what they thought! : 6 more chances to see the show!! : Tickets for “You Can't Take It with You” are available on campus at the Mountainlair and Creative Arts Center Box Office locations (Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), by calling 304-293-SHOW (7469) and online at http://ticketmaster.com.