Musical Theatre Initiative

Wright State Theatre to present dance musical comedy ‘On the Town’ in Festival Playhouse

Featuring its largest musical ensemble and an onstage orchestra, Wright State Theatre will present “On the Town” from March 17 to April 8 in the Festival Playhouse. Continue reading

Stage set for annual ArtsGala at Wright State

The annual Wright State University ArtsGala, which has raised more than $2.5 million for arts scholarships during its 18-year history, is scheduled for Saturday, March 24. Continue reading

Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative to host long-time Broadway producer Jack Viertel

Jack Viertel will give a talk on his bestselling book, “The Secret Life of the American Musical,” and participate in an interview and discussion with Joe Deer, director of Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative. Continue reading

Wright State acting, film grads conduct workshops with students

Five highly successful graduates of Wright State’s theatre and motion pictures programs returned to campus for a day of workshops with current performing arts students. Continue reading

Legacies series brings musical theatre professionals to Wright State students

When it comes to the craft of theater, not everything can be learned in a classroom. There’s a long history of theater professionals sharing their knowledge with younger generations. At Wright State University, the Musical Theatre Initiative continues that tradition … Continue reading

ArtsGala 2017, one to remember

Fine and performing arts students displayed their rich talents throughout the newly renovated Creative Arts Center, and guests were treated to a breathtaking array of performances. Continue reading

Broadway stars Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley to give workshop at Wright State

Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative and Human Race Theatre will sponsor the master class on Feb. 24. Continue reading

Musical Theatre Initiative bringing Broadway designer Tony Walton to Wright State

Tony Walton will discuss his career working on Broadway and in Hollywood during a special visit to Wright State University on Nov. 2. Continue reading

Wright State arts students ready to share their love of the arts with local kids at ArtsFair

Photo of a student leading an acting class.

Spring’s annual ArtsGala may get all the headlines but Wright State’s performing arts students love participating in December’s ArtsFair. Continue reading

TEDxDayton speakers to include Wright State faculty and alumni

Wright State-affiliated speakers will address a variety of topics including the re-development of musical theatre, fitness, modern library transformation and LGBTQ advocacy. Continue reading