Ödön von Horváth's surreal and subversive commentary on European fascism, adapted for the radio and now set amidst the uniquely American backdrop of the 1932 Bonus Army marches on Washington and the violence that ensued. Performing as a 3-part series on Dartmouth Radio beginning October 31.
News and Events
October 20, 2020
An original solo performance work, written and performed by Savannah Miller '21. A collection of anecdotes, stories, and reflections recounting a young woman's journey to come to terms with her brain. Performing via YouTube, November 6 2020.
October 19, 2020
A showcase performance from the members of the Black Underground Theater and Arts Association, who have gathered in this pivotal moment of several pandemics to express their truths as Black artists through spoken word poetry, song, and visual arts and to bring attention to grassroots BLM activists. October 28, via YouTube.
October 06, 2020
Founded and directed by Associate Professor of Theater Dr. Monica White Ndounou, the Craft Institute is one of four institutions selected by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to administer a newly-awarded $5 million grant to support Black theaters across the United States.
October 05, 2020
The Theater FSP is a unique chance for students to develop their craft while taking advantage of London's incomparable theatrical tradition and vibrant cultural scene. Join us for an info session about this program on Thursday, Oct. 29, 12:30—2:30 pm via Zoom
September 03, 2020
The Department of Theater is once again welcoming creative and out-of-the-box student performance project proposals this fall that capitalize on the opportunities presented on remote communication. Project proposal deadline is Friday September 18.
September 03, 2020
Auditions for a MainStage production of "Faith, Hope, and Charity" by Ödön von Horváth will take place on September 17-18 via Zoom. Directed by Peter Hackett, the production will be performed as a radio play on Dartmouth College Radio in November. Sign up to audition today!
September 01, 2020
The following courses will be offered remotely with synchronous components in the fall term 2020. Theater and Soc. I, Movement Fundamentals, Acting I, Text Analysis, Contemporary Performance, Plays OnStage, Playwriting, Technical Production, Scene Design, Contemporary Theater Practices, and Theater of Ideas.
August 31, 2020
Savannah Miller '21's original play "The House" was recently chosen for the Young Playwrights' Theater's 2020-21 Young Playwrights in Progress new work development program. Her play will be receiving two workshop readings, the first of which will be livestreamed on February 3 & 4. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance!...
August 26, 2020
Stephanie Everett '19 will be performing her award-winning solo piece "It's Fine, I'm Fine" at Northern Stage this fall in one of the first in-person productions in the country since the COVID-19 pandemic prompted a national shutdown of the professional theater industry.