Fine and Performing Arts

Wright State opens season with ‘Restoration’

Excerpt The play’s the thing as Wright State University prepares to open its 42nd season with the 17th century romantic thriller “Restoration!” beginning Thursday, Sept. 22, inside the Festival Playhouse of the newly renovated Creative Arts Center. This quasi world … Continue reading →

Wright State staff recognized for exceptional service to the university

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Bob Mihalek

The President’s Awards for Excellence annually recognize classified and unclassified staff for the vital role they play in the success of Wright State University. Continue reading →

Stunning Stein Galleries celebrate new home in Creative Arts Center

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Bob Mihalek

The new home of the Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries features five airy, light-filled gallery spaces where visitors can enjoy rotating exhibitions, the Stein family and Galleries Collections and videos. Continue reading →

New Media Incubator is creative space for communication, motion picture students

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Bob Mihalek

Communication and motion picture students at Wright State University can collaborate and create stories in new ways in a dedicated space opening this fall. Continue reading →

Daniel Zehringer’s journey

Wright State associate professor of music releases album featuring the trumpet

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Bob Mihalek

Daniel Zehringer’s first solo album is getting attention around the United States and overseas. Continue reading →

Hearing voices

Wright State’s Camp A Cappella growing in popularity

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Jim Hannah

Camp A Cappella attracted 350 middle school, high school and college students as well as educators and adults for a week packed with activity. Continue reading →

Theater theory

Wright State improv students use acting skills to give incoming freshmen glimpse of college life

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Jim Hannah

Theatre students will perform sketches challenging situations incoming students may face during the Raider Academy residential summer program. Continue reading →

Local musician’s CD showcases trumpet versatility

Daniel Zehringer, associate professor of music, discussed his new album, “Journeymen’s Songs: The Music of Steven Winteregg” on WYSO Public Radio. Zehringer also serves as head of the Trumpet studio, coordinator of the Faculty Brass Quintet and conducts the Wright State University Trumpet Ensemble. Listen to the … Continue reading →

Business is hopping

Wright State alum Janice Hester '77 turned ceramic frogs into artistic career

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Jim Hannah

Wright State alumna Janice Hester ran a successful business making popular, grinning, bug-eyed ceramic frogs. Continue reading →