Fine and Performing Arts

Images of war inspire powerful conversations in Wright State dialogue series

Wright State’s Veteran and Military Center brought together student veterans, service members and military families for a discussion series that used images of war to explore personal military experiences. Continue reading

Wright State alumna Nicole Scherzinger nominated for Tony for ‘Sunset Boulevard’ performance

Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, is nominated for a Tony Award for her portrayal of Norma Desmond in “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading

Wright State’s ArtsGala celebrates the transformative power of art

The 26th annual ArtsGala was a night of “overflowing talent, overflowing brilliance, overflowing amazing artistic achievement” by Wright State’s fine and performing arts students. Continue reading

Wright State students to soar on wings of a jade butterfly at ArtsGala

One of the premier local arts events, ArtsGala showcases the talent of students in Wright State’s art, dance, music, motion pictures and theatre programs while raising money for scholarships. Continue reading

Wright State Theatre to close out 2024–25 season with bittersweet musical ‘Alice by Heart’

Wright State Theatre will transport audiences to the fantastical depths of Wonderland with “Alice by Heart” from March 20 to 30 at the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading

Student art takes center stage at Wright State’s ArtsGala Auction

Artwork by two Wright State fine arts students will be up for auction at ArtsGala on April 5 to help raise funds for scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading

Theatre alum invited to write new musical for Wright State fine and performing arts students

The School of Fine and Performing Arts invited alum Ronvé O’Daniel to create an original musical that current Wright State theatre students will perform in 2026. Continue reading

Wright State alum Brittany Shyne wins top documentary prize at Sundance Film Festival

Brittany Shyne, a Wright State motion pictures alum, won the prestigious U.S. Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival for her debut film, “Seeds.” Continue reading

Wright State Theatre presents Shakespeare’s comedy ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Feb. 14–23

Wright State University Theatre will present Shakespeare’s comedy “Much Ado About Nothing” from Feb.14 to Feb. 23 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading

Wright State dance students to premiere original works at Emerging Choreographers Concert Feb. 14–16

The Emerging Choreographers Concert will feature new choreographic works from 15 Wright State dance students that push the boundaries of creativity and artistic expression. Continue reading