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Behind the Curtain: Theatre UCF Seen Through Actor’s Film Photography

June 27, 2024  Take a special look into the unique perspective of Theatre UCF student Justin Joseph Rotolo (BFA, Acting), who has been capturing the essence of our Theatre UCF productions through the timeless art of film photography. Justin’s keen eye and passion for the stage have given us a fresh look at...

From UCF to Carnegie Hall: Alum Prepares to Make Debut

June 12, 2024  David Redman ’10MA anticipates his Carnegie Hall debut, where he’ll perform Dan Forrest’s Requiem for the Living with 150 voices from around the world, accompanied by the New England Symphonic Ensemble.

Pegasus PlayLab Explores the Importance of New Play Development    

May 30, 2024  Theatre UCF’s Pegasus PlayLab gives new play development the power to challenge norms, provoke thoughts, and spark conversation, keeping theater fresh and engaging for audiences.

Theatre UCF Unveils 2024-25 Season: Exploring Diversity, Resilience, and the Human Spirit

May 17, 2024  Theatre UCF is thrilled to announce the 2024-25 season, featuring a dynamic array of productions that include thought-provoking dramas, exhilarating musicals, and stories brimming with the intent to inspire and entertain. The season opens with The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl, a whimsical and poignant comedy that explores the messy nature...

PHOTOS: Reflecting on UCF Celebrates the Arts 2024

May 07, 2024  A look back on the 10th annual UCF Celebrates the Arts, which included concerts, lectures, interactive visual art displays, kid-friendly events and more.

Annual CAH Staff Awards Honor Excellence and Service

May 07, 2024  The UCF College of Arts and Humanities’ annual staff awards recognize employees who have delivered exemplary service to their department, the university and the community.

Theatre UCF Shines at KCACTF Finals in Washington, D.C.

May 07, 2024  At the end of April, four Theatre UCF students made their way to Washington, D.C. for The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF), a national theater program involving 18,000 students annually from colleges and universities across the country. Representing Theatre UCF were students Kayla Amburgey, River Banks, Kaitlyn Gamory...

Theatre UCF Welcomes New MFA Acting Cohort

May 03, 2024  We’re thrilled to introduce the ten talented students beginning their Theatre UCF journey with us this Fall as part of the Master of Fine Arts in Acting. This NAST-accredited program fosters both practical and theoretical excellence, preparing artists for the demanding world of professional acting.

2024 Founders’ Day Ceremonies

April 05, 2024  Faculty, staff and students from the College of Arts and Humanities were recognized at UCF’s Founders Day on April 3.

53 Faculty Scholars Honored at 4th Biennial Faculty Authors’ Celebration

February 19, 2024  This year’s Faculty Authors’ celebration recognized faculty from across eight colleges, the library and the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, with 19 of the 53 awards belonging to Arts and Humanities faculty.

Two Teams Awarded 2023 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Arts and Wellness Innovation Awards

January 31, 2024  Two projects focused on collaboration within diverse communities have been named winners of the 2023 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Arts and Wellness Innovation Awards. The project teams comprising UCF researchers and community partners were granted $25,000 to help fund their respective initiatives.

The Flying Horse Big Band: A Message From The Flying Horse Big Band

January 09, 2024  The Flying Horse Big Band has released its eighth album, A Message from the Flying Horse Big Band, The album celebrates the music of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. The band — which comprises UCF students under the direction of UCF Director of Jazz Studies Jeff Rupert — performs songs composed by...

Orlando Sentinel’s Orlando Theater Best of 2023

December 21, 2023  UCF students, faculty and alumni have been recognized by the Orlando Sentinel for their work in theatres across Central Florida.

Arts and Humanities students shine at UCF’s 2023 3MT Competition

November 20, 2023  Theatre student Cory Kennedy Barrow placed in the top three at UCF’s annual Three Minute These (3MT) competition.

InPark Magazine: Education Front feature

November 14, 2023  Themed Experience Program Director Peter Weishar interviewed several members of his Advisory Council for InPark Magazine.

New tuba and euphonium professor revives popular ensemble

November 14, 2023  New music professor Benjamin Vasko said that bringing back the Tuba and Euphonium Ensemble was one of his priorities coming to UCF because it is an important pedagogical tool.

Morgan’s Mask: New Movie by Trevor Rigby ’08 Now Streaming Everywhere

November 13, 2023  A new movie by musician and filmmaker Trevor Rigby ’08 was released earlier this year and is now available on many streaming platforms, including Amazon, YouTube and Apple TV.

Theatre UCF’s “The Prom” is “fabulous”

October 24, 2023  Theatre UCF received praise for its fall musical, “The Prom.”

UCF Recognizes Nine CAH Faculty at 2023 Luminary Awards

October 18, 2023  The honor is designed to recognize some of UCF’s brightest stars who shine a positive light on UCF and in their respective fields.

Theatre Alum Parker Slaybaugh ’13 and Brother Develop App for Performing Arts

October 06, 2023  Pre-Pro, a new app developed by Parker and Blakely Slaybaugh, allows creators of any level of expertise to visualize every type of event including live performances, including film and dance, to concerts and weddings.