Arts Scene

Wright State Theatre productions saluted by Dayton Daily News as among region’s best in 2023–24

The Dayton Daily News named Wright State Theatre’s productions of “A Doll’s House,” “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” and “Cabaret” as the best area university productions in the 2023–24 season. Continue reading

Good chemistry

Dual chemistry and music major Ben Kressbach is thriving at Wright State

Ben Kressbach, who is originally from San Antonio, found the support he needed at Wright State to pursue his passion in chemistry and music. Continue reading

Wright State alum Tilly Evans-Krueger wins award for best dancer in Broadway show

Tilly Evans-Krueger received the 2024 Chita Rivera Award for Outstanding Dancer in a Broadway Show for her performance in “The Outsiders.” Continue reading

Wright State motion pictures student screens documentary at Cleveland International Film Festival

Nathanael Blair, a motion picture major at Wright State, screened his documentary “It’s in the CommuniTea!” and participated in a Q&A about his film at the Cleveland International Film Festival. Continue reading

Immortal exhibition

Wright State English students’ study of vampire literature will impact them forever

Students in the Studies in Literary Theory course created a Vampire Exhibition as their final project and culminating experience for the class.  Continue reading

Setting the stage

Design and technology student Anna Hunter works behind the scenes designing sets, making props and managing the stage during Wright State theatre productions. Continue reading

Cosmic collection

Young artists display solar eclipse artwork at Wright State’s Creative Art Center

Over 200 Mini University preschool students participated in an art project to raise excitement and awareness for the total solar eclipse. Continue reading

Wright State’s annual Spring Dance Concert showcases region’s vibrant dance community

Wright State’s Spring Dance Concert will feature 26 dance majors performing seven diverse and dynamic pieces April 18–21 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading

Artwork by graduating Wright State fine arts students graces walls of Stein Galleries

The annual Senior Thesis Exhibition, featuring works by 16 graduating fine arts students, is on display in the Stein Galleries through April 27. Continue reading

Silver jubilee

Wright State celebrates a quarter of a century showcasing students’ artistic talents

ArtsGala celebrated its 25th year with many special events designed to commemorate the occasion, including hundreds of student performers. Continue reading