The Spotlight

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Merrily We All Belong: Merrily We Roll Along Guest Artists Highlight

As we come closer to the opening of the University of North Texas’s production of Merrily We Roll Along, it is important to not only highlight the members of this team that we know and love, but also the artists who have come to share their talents with us.

Learning How to Market Your Art: Tech Theatre Mock Interviews

UNT’s theatrical design faculty are preparing our design students for the job search. As a part of the Technical Theatre capstone class, Design/Tech and the Profession, the design faculty held a mock interview process with our next generation designers.

Once Upon a Dance: ACDA Conference 2026 Recap

Thirty-five universities and over four hundred students gathered at the University of North Texas with a single shared passion: the love for the art of dance.

It Takes A Village To Create the Isle: Making of The Tempest

UNT’s production of The Tempest by William Shakespeare opened the mainstage season with a splash, playing a sold out run that included the premiere of original music by Justin Friello, incredibly inventive movement and direction by Sasha Maya Ada, and dynamic performances by the many actors who graced the stage.

Deconstructing Design: Spotlight on Donna Marquet

Donna Marquet is undeniably a great resource for design wisdom (and general wisdom) within UNT Dance and Theatre. We know her for her dedication to our students as an advisor and professor, but we wanted to give some insight into Donna’s accomplished resume in scenic design and her tips for succeeding as a designer.

Embodying Artistry: Alumni Samuel Wyatt Jack

One of the ways UNT flourishes as a community of artists is in its broad, open approach to creation. There isn’t just one way to participate in the performing arts, and Sam Jack embodies this notion.

Paving Opportunities: Student Spotlight on Trey Thornton

The UNT Theatre program encourages students to make the most of their degree by providing opportunities to expand upon their practice within their chosen field of theatre. The department contains many driven students who seek out and work hard for these opportunities. One of which is Trey Thornton, a current junior and Theatre major.

Barcelona Moves: Study Abroad with the Department of Dance and Theatre!

Are you interested in architecture, history, and the arts? Do you want to study food, culture, and dance outside of the United States and overseas?

Student Artists in the Spring Dance Concert: Joshua Dabney and Breyn Morris

For dance students at UNT, learning to choreograph is a part of the required curriculum. Students who excel in these courses are chosen to choreograph for the New Choreographer’s Concert and later given the chance to present their work again at the Spring Dance Concert and the American College Dance Association conference (ACDA).

Networking as a Theatre Undergrad: Student Spotlight on Chloe Boydstun

A huge question for undergraduate students in theatre is how to make the most of your degree. With much of theatre work being based on creating connections with other artists, networking with your professors and peers is necessary. To create even more opportunities after graduation, you might expand your network beyond the department.

Curating Careers: Applications of Stage Management Outside of Theatre

Theatre people are versatile, adaptable, and creative communicators, all of which are skills that are in high demand throughout many different industries.

Through the Artists’ Eyes: A Peek from Student Choreographers

The University of North Texas’s Department of Dance and Theatre hosted their annual New Choreographers Concert Epilogue: The Final Bow from November 20th through 22nd, featuring a diverse show created by seven student choreographers under the mentorship of Professor Reyna Mondragon.

Dance and Theatre Department News Archives

Congratulations to Professor Sally Vahle on another wonderful performance of "A Christmas Carol" with the Dallas Theatre

Sally Vahle has been working with the Dallas Theatre for 30 years and we are so proud to have her with our theatre!

Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award Winner- Donna Marquet!

Presented Fall 2024

Congratulations to Dance and Theatre's Donna Marquet for winning the Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award!

Donna has been working for UNT's Dance and Theatre department for 10 Years.
Donna is known to be direct, honest, and compassionate when advising.
Donna has increased contact, clarity, and care to the students she advises.

THANK YOU DONNA!!!

Take 5: Anatomies

Interview with Director, Nathan Autrey

2024 Texas Dance Improvisation Festival

TDIF is an annual event curated by Texas artists to inspire and foster diverse improvisational dance communities. We are grateful for the guidance of our event director, Whitney Geldon, and the production support from Reyna Mondragon.

Take 5: Peter and the Starcatcher

Interview with Director, Morgana Wilborn

Take 5: American Idiot!

Interview with Director, Nathan Autrey