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Central Missouri Repertory to Present Children's Touring Production 'Robin Hood'
Entering its 39th season of live children’s touring theatre productions, University of Central Missouri (UCM) Repertory Theatre (CMR) will present “Robin Hood” by Kathryn Schultz Miller at numerous locations throughout West Central Missouri in late May and early June. This includes a free, public performance in Warrensburg at the Highlander Theatre on the UCM campus at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 28, as well as performances at venues in the communities of Clinton, Lee’s Summit, Richmond, Rocky Mount, and Sedalia on a touring schedule that begins May 25 and ends June 8.
May 16, 2023
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents 'Eurydice' Feb. 23-26 at Highlander Theatre
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present “Eurydice” at James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 24 and 25, and during matinees at 2 p.m. Feb. 25 and 26. The afternoon production on Feb. 26 is Pay-What-You-Can (minimum $1) admission and on Feb. 23 there will be an ASL interpreter for the hearing-impaired.
February 20, 2023
Theatre and Dance Students, Faculty Honored by KCACTF Region V
Theatre and Dance students and faculty at the University of Central Missouri attended the first in-person Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) since 2020 on Jan. 22-28 in Des Moines, Iowa. With 24 students and six faculty members in attendance, UCM was recognized for excellence in multiple areas of theatre.
February 07, 2023
'Dancing with the Professors' Returns to UCM Feb. 19
Re-launching a program that was last celebrated on campus in 2018, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Dance Club will sponsor “Dancing with the Professors 2023” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 in Hendricks Hall. This student-run fundraiser has become a fan-favorite over the years and provides an evening of ballroom and popular dance styles performed by UCM students, faculty and staff.
February 02, 2023
Herman BlackBox Theatre New Play Festival Oct. 29-30 Features Original Student, Alumni Work
The University of Central Missouri Richard Herman Black Box program presents the 2022 New Play Festival in the Nickerson Black Box Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29- Oct. 30. Doors open at 7 p.m., and admission is free for this program featuring original student and alumni work.
October 27, 2022
'Stop Kiss' Production Oct. 6-9 Offers Pay-What-You-Can Sunday Matinee, Oct. 9; ASL Interpreter, Oct. 7
University of Central Missouri (UCM) Theatre and Dance presents the play “Stop Kiss” by Diana Son in the Nickerson Black Box Theatre Oct. 6- 9. “Stop Kiss” is the opening play of UCM Theatre and Dance’s 2022-2023 Mainstage Season, which is themed “HERstory,” providing presentations dedicated to women and their stories.
October 03, 2022
UCM Theatre and Dance Members Recognized During STAM Conference
More than 50 faculty members, students, emeriti and alumni from the University of Central Missouri Division of Theatre and Dance attended the annual Speech and Theatre of Association of Missouri (STAM) conference Sept. 22-24 at the Lake of the Ozarks. In addition to presenting workshops and participating in recruitment events, UCM members were honored in multiple areas of speech and theatre, including Hall of Fame recognition, during the event which continues to showcase the strength of UCM programs and their great impact on speech and theatre education in Missouri.
September 30, 2022
"Alice in Wonderland" CMR Touring Play Comes to UCM Sunday, May 29
Looking for a fun, family opportunity this weekend? The University of Central Missouri’s James L. Highlander Theatre will provide a great setting when it hosts Central Missouri Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the touring play “Alice in Wonderland.” The play by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz is free and open to the public, and begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at UCM.
May 27, 2022
UCM Theatre and Dance, Music, Art and Design Collaborate on 'Kaleidoscope' Spring Dance Concert
The University of Central Missouri School of Visual and Performing Arts, including students and faculty of UCM Theatre and Dance, UCM Music and UCM Art and Design jointly present the annual spring dance concert titled “Kaleidoscope” April 21-24. Tickets are available.
April 19, 2022
UCM Theatre and Dance and UCM Music Present Tony Award-Winning Musical 'Fun Home'
University of Central Missouri (UCM) Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present the Broadway smash hit and Tony Award-winning musical “Fun Home.” Based on the popular autobiographical graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, the musical performs at UCM’s Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 1-2; 2 p.m. Sunday, April 3; and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 7-9. An ASL Interpreter will be provided for the performance on April 7. The Sunday matinee on April 3 is pay-what-you-can (minimum $1). As a content disclosure, those attending should be aware “Fun Home” contains strong language and mild adult themes.
March 29, 2022
