Fine and Performing Arts

Pitch perfect

Wright State alumnus Terry Staten ensures musical instruments stay in the hands of experts and novice players. Continue reading

More than 1,600 students to graduate at Wright State’s 2023 spring commencement ceremonies

Wright State will hold commencement ceremonies for the Lake Campus on April 27 and for its graduate programs on April 28 and undergraduate programs on April 29 at the Wright State Nutter Center. Continue reading

Wright State Dance Ensemble presents ‘new generation of dance’ in spring concert

The Wright State Dance Ensemble will present its Spring Dance Concert April 20–23 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading

Works by graduating Wright State fine arts students featured in Senior Thesis Exhibition

The Senior Thesis Exhibition, featuring works created by 17 graduating students during their time at Wright State, is on display in the Stein Galleries through April 21. Continue reading

Spring 2023 class notes

Meet three outstanding alumni who are featured in the spring 2023 issue of the Wright State University Magazine. Continue reading

Grammy-winning jazz trombonist will be guest artist in two-day residency at Wright State

Jazz trombonist Michael Dease will lead educational masterclasses for music students and a concert with the Wright State Jazz Ensemble during a residency at Wright State. Continue reading

Creating beauty

Wright State’s ArtsGala, one of the Dayton region’s most festive and unique arts events, returned to the Creative Arts Center on April 1. Continue reading

An artist’s touch

Rebecca Foley oversees both ArtsGala and the Stein Galleries for Wright State’s College of Liberal Arts

As the new art gallery and events coordinator in the College of Liberal Arts, Rebecca Foley is excited to help raise scholarship funds for Wright State fine and performing arts students at ArtsGala. Continue reading

A creative force

From theme parks to cruise ships, acting alumnus Jake Lockwood puts his unique spin on elevating the guest experience

Wright State acting alumnus Jake Lockwood develops unique and interactive entertainment experiences for Disney audiences. Continue reading

24th annual ArtsGala celebrates Wright State’s fine and performing arts students

Wright State University’s ArtsGala will feature an impressive program of student performances and presentations in theatre, dance, motion pictures, music and visual arts. Continue reading