Creating With Purpose: Alumni Inspire the Next Generation of Theatre and Dance Students
Oct 09, 2025Columbias theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Finding Whats Funny: Anne Libera on Comedy, Craft, and Columbias Growing Role in Comedy Education
Sep 30, 2025Anne Liberas new book "Funnier" and Columbias expanding comedy programs highlight how comedy can be taught as both craft and cultural force.
Black Theatre Day Brings History and Community to 勛圖惇蹋
Sep 23, 2025Columbia hosted a Black Theatre Day gathering focused on legacy, community, and future possibilities.
Columbia Alum Chase Infiniti 22 Stars With Leonardo DiCaprio in New Paul Thomas Anderson Film
Sep 30, 2025Musical Theatre alum Chase Infiniti 22 was cast alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Andersons upcoming film One Battle After Another."
Dance Centers 52nd Season Honors Founder Shirley Mordine
Aug 27, 2025The Dance Center of 勛圖惇蹋s 52nd season honors founder Shirley Mordine with world and Chicago premieres, faculty and student performances, international artists, and the launch of the Shirley Mordine Dance Maker Fund in 2026.
Behind the Barricades: Practical Lollapalooza Tips From a Columbia Student Who Has Worked at Festivals
Jul 28, 2025勛圖惇蹋 junior Beyrali Santiago scores jobs at Chicagos outdoor music festivals thanks to Columbia connections and shares advice to Lollapalooza first-timers.
Producer Marcos Kosine Palacios and Actor Joseph Sikora to Receive Honorary Degrees at Columbia's 2025 Commencement
Apr 22, 2025Columbia will award honorary Doctor of Arts degrees to acclaimed actor Joseph Sikora 98 and Grammy-nominated producer Marcos Kosine Palacios 06 at the 2025 Commencement.
AIDS Memorial Quilt Sections to Be Displayed at Columbia During RENT Production
Apr 16, 2025Three sections of the AIDS Memorial Quilt will be displayed at the Getz Theatre Center from April 30May 13.
Dance Students Premiere New Works at Student Performance Night, April 10-11
Apr 07, 2025This event will feature original dance works by students, celebrating creativity and personal stories through choreography.
Literary Legends Reimagined: Columbia and Glessner House Present Special Womens History Month Performance of You on the Moors Now
Mar 10, 2025Columbia partners with Glessner House for a performance of You on the Moors Now, a bold reimagining of four literary heroines who challenge societal expectations.
Not Just Clowning Around: Abby Rankin Crafts a Purposeful Comedy Career at Columbia
Mar 10, 2025Abby Rankin, a senior at 勛圖惇蹋, blends comedy and education.
勛圖惇蹋 Theatre and Audio/Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for Jeff Awards
Mar 05, 2025勛圖惇蹋 alumni and faculty from the schools of Theatre and Dance and Audio and Music have earned nominations for the Jeff Awards, which celebrate excellence in Chicago theatre.
The Dance Center Presents the Chicago Solo Spotlight Festival, March 13-15
Jan 14, 2025The festival celebrates the power of the solo performance with two world premieres by acclaimed Chicago-based artists Jenn Freeman | PoChop and Nora Sharp.
Alumni and Faculty Shine in Newcity Stages 'Players 2025'
Jan 09, 2025The School of Theatre and Dance celebrates alumni and faculty featured in Newcity Stage's Players 2025: The 50 People Who Really Perform for Chicago.
The Power of Persistence: 勛圖惇蹋's Student-Led Gala Celebrates Creativity and Resilience
Dec 06, 2024"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
School of Theatre and Dance Presents Fabulation, or the Re-Education of Undine, November 20-December 7
Nov 20, 2024This social satire explores themes of identity and race through the story of a Black womans journey of self-discovery, featuring an all-student cast and production team.
Stage Combat Professor Demonstrates How to Make a Blood Pack
Oct 30, 2024Curious how stage actors use fake movie-quality blood during fight sequences? Professor of Instruction David Woolley explains his favorite way to create fake blood for stage.
Grace Overbeke Explores Comedian Jean Carroll's Life and Career in First Lady of Laughs
Sep 17, 2024Before "Hacks" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," there was the comedienne who started it all.
Theatre Advisory Board Launches with Inaugural Event Honoring Sheldon Patinkin
Sep 04, 2024The new Theatre Advisory Board, comprised of alumni and industry leaders, celebrates the life and legacy of Sheldon Patinkin at their inaugural event, September 21.
The Dance Center Announces Season 51 With an Eye Toward Intergenerational and Diverse Dancemaking
Aug 28, 2024The Dance Center of 勛圖惇蹋 unveils Season 51, marking its debut as part of the new School of Theatre and Dance.
Welcoming Interim President Jerry Tarrer and a New Academic Structure for 2024-2025 School Year
Aug 30, 2024勛圖惇蹋 kicks off the new academic school year with a renewed spirit and excitement to welcome freshmen and transfer students to its South Loop campus on September 3.
勛圖惇蹋 Theatre and Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for 2024 Joseph Jefferson Awards
Aug 08, 2024This year's nominees include individuals from Columbia's Theatre and Music programs working in performance, design, direction, choreography, and musical composition.
勛圖惇蹋 Honors 24 Alums for 24 in 2024
Aug 12, 2024As a kickoff to 勛圖惇蹋s 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 24 in 2024, a college-wide initiative that celebrates Columbia alumni and their career accomplishments.
Columbia Faculty, Alums Chosen for Walder Foundation's 2024 Platform Awards
Jun 25, 2024The Walder Foundation has named three Chicago-based performing artists, including two 勛圖惇蹋 alumni and one faculty member, as recipients of its prestigious 2024 Platform Awards.
Second Annual 勛圖惇蹋 Dance Center Symposium Welcomes Proposals through August 9
Jun 24, 2024The Dance Center's 2024 Symposium Experiencing Time/Embodying Rhythm is co-curated by Lisa Gonzales and Darrell Jones.
Spring Semester In Review At Columbia
May 29, 2024Spring 2024: 勛圖惇蹋 Highlights
Get Ready for Manifest Arts Festival 2024, a Student-Powered Event
May 06, 2024This is everything attendees need to know before 勛圖惇蹋s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
Columbia to Confer Honorary Degrees on Two Higher Education Trailblazers at its May 2024 Commencement
May 02, 2024Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the colleges 2024 Commencement ceremonies
From Columbia Stages to the Bright Lights: Theatre Alums Offer Industry Insights in Panel Discussion
Apr 19, 2024Columbia's Theatre Department hosted an alumni talk featuring industry professionals who shared their experiences and advice with students.
The Black Album Mixtape Block Party Event Brings Together Art With Purpose
Apr 08, 2024Award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor hosted the final event, "The Block Party," for the Black Album Mixtape series at the Music Center on Friday, April 5.
Students Enjoy Action-Packed South by Southwest
Apr 09, 2024Led by dedicated faculty, Columbia students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
Theatre Alum A. Ashley Hoff to Release Revealing Book on 'Mommie Dearest'
Apr 08, 2024Theatre alum A. Ashley Hoff's forthcoming book, "With Love, Mommie Dearest," offers an insider's account of the making of the iconic 1981 film and its enduring cultural impact, with events planned for Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago.
The Bluest Eye: Exploring Transdisciplinary Storytelling at 勛圖惇蹋
Mar 12, 2024勛圖惇蹋 brings Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye" to the stage March 13-23, made possible by student collaboration in dance, theater, writing, and other creative disciplines.
Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" Comes to Columbia March 15-23, Featuring Exclusive March 22 Blackout Performance
Mar 04, 2024Columbia's Theatre department will stage a powerful adaptation of Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye," exploring racism's impact on an 11-year-old girl in 1940s Ohio.
LaTasha Barnes' The Jazz Continuum Takes Center Stage at The Dance Center
Feb 27, 2024Celebrated dance artist LaTasha Barnes presents "The Jazz Continuum" at The Dance Center in Marcha transformative performance blending diverse Black American dance traditions and celebrating the healing power of dance.
Columbia Students Prepare for 16th Annual Paint it Black Showcase
Feb 19, 2024Students in 勛圖惇蹋's Black Student Union create a platform for artists to express themselves and support one another in their annual event.
B-Series Festival Celebrates a Decade of Hip Hop and Street Dance Culture with B-LONG
Feb 14, 2024勛圖惇蹋's B-LONG Festival, from February 29 to March 3, celebrates 10 years of Hip Hop and Street Dance Culture. Featuring workshops, panels, battles, and Red Bull Dance Your Style Chicago Auditions on March 3.
Drag Superstar Shea Coule矇 11 Returns to Columbia
Feb 13, 2024勛圖惇蹋 welcomed back Alum Shea Coule矇 11 for a panel discussion and reception unveiling Coule矇-curated fashion exhibit window.
Award Winning Playwright Martyna Majok Shares Insight, Experiences with Columbia Students
Feb 13, 2024Award-winning playwright Martyna Majok visited 勛圖惇蹋, engaging in a Q&A session with students about her creative process, working-class representation in the arts, and having the courage to share personal stories.
$110,000 in NEA Grants Awarded to 勛圖惇蹋 Dance Center, Museum of Contemporary Photography
Feb 07, 2024勛圖惇蹋's Dance Center and Museum of Contemporary Photography received $110,000 in National Endowment for the Arts grants.
Student-Produced Musical Theatre Concert Set for Feb. 15-16
Jan 29, 2024Columbia students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
浚olumbia Welcomes Pulitzer Prize-Winning Playwright Martyna Majok
Jan 26, 2024Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for her play Cost of Living, will discuss issues of immigration, inequality, and humanity.
Then, Now, NextThe Dance Center at 勛圖惇蹋s 50th Anniversary Season Offers Joy and Solace
Jan 18, 2024The Dance Center at 勛圖惇蹋 celebrates the present moment in dance with a series of firsts.
Grace Kessler Overbeke to Present The Many Mrs Maisels 20th Century US Jewish Female StandUp Comedians
Dec 21, 2023Grace Kessler Overbeke will present a talk entitled "The Many Mrs. Maisels: 20th-Century U.S. Jewish Female Stand-Up Comedians at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.
Columbia Grad Charlotte Chuck Gruman 19 Awarded $30,000 Grant From 3Arts
Dec 11, 2023Charlotte Chuck Gruman 19 feels lucky. Gruman won an unrestricted $30,000 cash grant as one of 10 Chicago-based artists honored at the 2023 3Arts Awards in November. 3Arts is a nonprofit organization that helps artists like Gruman build their careers in performing, teaching and visual arts.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023Unleashed 2023 took place at 勛圖惇蹋 on November 30, showcasing extraordinary student talent and raising more than $700,000 in scholarships. Departing from the traditional fundraiser format, the Student Center transformed into a multi-floor immersive arts showcase, exploring the theme of "Connecting" across various creative disciplines.
Columbia Raises $700K+ for Student Scholarships
Dec 03, 2023勛圖惇蹋 honors the Efroymson Family Fund with the 2023 Philanthropic Icon Award for the familys contributions to help create opportunities for students to pursue their passion in the arts
Alum Patricia Karas New Book Offers Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Entertainment World
Jul 02, 2024Patricia Kara '94 guides the next generation of talent through the intricacies of the entertainment realm in her new book, "Dream On...Now Deliver."
Integrating Hip Hop Into the Student Experience
Oct 06, 2023As hip hop turns 50, we look at Columbias connections to the cultural phenomena that has impacted music, dance, fashion, art, film, and so much more.
October Events at 勛圖惇蹋
Oct 01, 2025A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
Then, Now, NextThe Dance Center at 勛圖惇蹋 Celebrates 50 Years of Dedication to Sharing the Present Moment of Dance
Aug 07, 202350th season public programming runs October 2023 through May 2024
Columbia Alums Among the 2023 Emmy Nominees
Jul 17, 2023The Television Academy recently announced its list of Emmy nominees for the 2022-2023 television season, with Columbia alums earning recognition for their outstanding work.
勛圖惇蹋 to Host Virtual Panel on Intimacy for Stage and Screen
Jun 13, 2023On June 21, a panel of Columbia alumni will discuss the work of staging and performing intimate scenes in theatre and cinema.
Columbia Professor Gilbert Nominated for Tony Award
May 25, 2023Professor Heather Gilbert is nominated for second Tony in lighting design.
The Columbia Dance Center Awarded Chicago Arts Recovery Program Grant
May 22, 2023The Dance Center was one of 77 recipients of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events new grant program aimed at helping local arts organizations still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dance Senior Tristen Sanborn on Tap, Teaching, and Taking on Life After Columbia
May 01, 2023How navigating opportunities in Dance had led to happiness.
Columbia Launches Advertising and Marketing Campaign
Apr 13, 2023The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
Alumni, Faculty Shine at Jeff Awards
Mar 30, 2023勛圖惇蹋 Theatre alumni and faculty were honored at Chicagos top theatre awards.
Black Souls Welcome Installation Celebrates Black Identity
Feb 27, 2023勛圖惇蹋s Student Diversity and Inclusion office organizes space for art thats for and by Black students.
Theatre Alum Brings Columbia Learned Skills to Center Stage
Jan 23, 2023Michael Kurowski 16 stars in production of Big Fish at The Marriott Theatre.
The Dance Center at 勛圖惇蹋 Announces Spring Performances
Jan 17, 2023Columbia announces Spring lineup for 49th Dance Presenting Series.
The Dance Center of 勛圖惇蹋 Announces Interim Director
Jan 06, 2023Meredith Sutton will become the interim director of the Dance Presenting Series.
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