Fine and Performing Arts

Wright State hosts regional educators for film-focused learning

The Muse Machine Summer Institute immersed K–12 teachers in documentary filmmaking and experiential training
Posted on August 24, 2026 by Sarah Umbdenstock
A woman stands over a film camera on a tripod, looking into it. Another person stands behind them watching.

The Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures hosted educators from 26 schools in the region during the institute’s first focus on documentary filmmaking. Continue reading →

Curating a career

Wright State art major Mikail Berger-Messenger transforms a summer internship into his first public exhibition
Posted on August 17, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Mikail Berger-Messenger, a painting and printmaking major, curated “From Campus to Community,” showcasing the work of college students and recent graduates, as part of his internship with the Dayton Society of Artists. Continue reading →

Wright State Theatre recognized among Miami Valley’s best

Wright State recognized for Best Collegiate Play and Best Collegiate Musical in the Dayton Daily News’ annual theatre review
Posted on August 13, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Award-winning productions and standout performances showcase the talent of Wright State Theatre students, faculty and alumni. Continue reading →

‘Only in New York,’ born at Wright State

The musical was written by an alum, performed by the students who inspired it
Posted on August 4, 2026 by Kim Patton

Go inside “Only in New York,” the musical a Wright State alum created for Wright State students. Continue reading →

Designing dreams

Oscar-winning production designer Hannah Beachler ’05 reflects on her Wright State education and her flourishing film career
Posted on August 3, 2026 by Kim Patton
A woman in a cardigan standing in front of an old building with graffiti on some of the walls.

Oscar-winning designer’s journey from Wright State student to Hollywood trailblazer is a story of resilience and reinvention. Continue reading →

Wright State University Foundation funds 11 projects to enhance student success

Students First Fund grants will support projects ranging from peer mentoring to campus engagement and career readiness
Posted on July 16, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

The Wright State University Foundation awarded $75,000 in Students First Fund grants to support innovative ideas from faculty, staff and students at the Dayton and Lake campuses. Continue reading →

Wright State invites active-duty military artists to exhibit work in inaugural Stein Galleries exhibition

The exhibition reflects Wright State’s commitment to building connections with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Posted on June 9, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State’s Stein Galleries are seeking submissions from active-duty service members at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base for “Active Duty Artists,” an inaugural exhibition dedicated to showcasing artistic talent from the military community. Continue reading →

Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Dennis Bova

Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading →

Professional performance begins here

Wright State actors take the stage with the Human Race Theatre Company performing "Hay Fever"
Posted on April 16, 2026 by Michael Dunekacke

Wright State theatre students Skye Hodgkin and Evelyn Vordtriede are gaining real-world experience with the Human Race Theatre Company, highlighting how the university prepares them for professional performance. Continue reading →

Wright State’s ArtsGala celebrates the power of artistic growth while supporting student scholarships

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Kris Sproles

ArtsGala’s celebrated student work across theatre, dance, film, music and visual arts, while raising scholarship support for Wright State artists. Continue reading →