Shannon Skelton

Hello All, As you may know, there was once again a racist incident on campus - this time vandalism in the Multicultural Center. Our students feel violated.  A number of students reached out to me to say that fellow Music, Theatre and Dance student/staff/faculty presence - no matter your identity…

Before COVID, internships and summer work were IMPORTANT STEPS in developing your craft and gaining the necessary experience to work in the arts. In the age of COVID, this has obviously changed. With few theatres operating, internships and summer work are scarce. That doesn't mean you shouldn't keep your eyes…

IDEAll Week (Inclusion, Diversity and Equity for All) continues tonight with a jazz performance, a conversation on composing and a visit from a Broadway veteran. Stop in for the free, virtual experience beginning at 7pm! STREAMING LINK! https://www.k-state.edu/mtd/ideall/ideall_resources/programnotes.html 7pm - Jazz performance by Dr. Wayne Goins and Rick Smith; Dr.…

These resources are for YOU. Please, please make use of these services. The counseling center is very busy at this time of year, but they exist to support you: https://www.k-state.edu/counseling/ At the start of the school year,  departmental priorities for students were defined in order of importance: Your Health and…

Improv Auditions TONIGHT! K-State’s improv troupe On the Spot will be hosting their auditions tonight at 8pm in the Big 12 Room, located on the second floor of the Union No preparation needed. No sign up needed. JUST SHOW UP! Masks are required to be worn at all times during…

IDEall WEEK 2021 A Celebration of Black History in the Arts February 15-19, 2021 All events will be available for viewing online via YouTube. Check for updates via the link below! https://www.k-state.edu/mtd/ideal Internationally acclaimed artists include: pianist and trombonist Charles Williams, dancer Kurt Douglas, Rent and Next to Normal’s Michael McElroy and…

REMINDER OF SECOND STAGE PROPOSALS 21/22 Just a Reminder that the due date for Second Stage Proposals is Friday, February 19th 2021.  Also, please contact David Mackay with your proposal before submitting.     K-State Theatre is seeking proposals from students wishing to direct on the Second Stage (in the Purple…

Second Stage Proposals 21/22 K-State Theatre is seeking proposals from students wishing to direct on the Second Stage (in the Purple Masque) in the 2021-2022 season. Proposals are due Friday, February 19, 2021 by 5pm. All ideas will be considered, but we specifically encourage scripts that have equity, diversity and inclusion.…

Why not register for KC/ACTF? Don’t know what KC/ACTF is? It’s essentially an opportunity for theatre students in our region to get together to learn more about theatre, have an opportunity to do professional auditions & interviews, attend workshops, network with professionals and other students, and get certain work critiqued. It stands…

Camp Walden, a 7-week sleepaway camp for girls in Maine, is looking for a costumer! ResponsibilitiesDesign and create costumes for each camper in the musical productions each week.Work with a team of 7 in the theatre department to put together the bunk shows.Live in a cabin with campers (female only.)…