School of Theatre and Dance

Meet Marianna Young!

“I chose Kent State because I felt immediately at home here,” said Marianna. “As soon as I toured the school I knew this was the place for me and I truly wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. I also really fell in love with the musical theatre program. All of the faculty and staff made me feel so welcome!”

Jocelyn Trimmer, a 2024 Kent State University graduate, wasted no time in getting a job after graduation. In fact, just weeks before May Commencement, she landed a spot in the ensemble cast for the North American tour of the popular musical “Mean Girls.”

It's "showtime" in the Kent State University School of Theater and Dance as the halls and studios are alive with activity as students get into the routine of Fall Semester. 

The ever-popular, award-winning musical “Annie” is now playing at Kent State University’s Porthouse Theatre at Blossom Music Center from July 19-Aug. 4. 

The whimsical musical "Nunsense" takes the stage at Kent State's Porthouse Theater from July 5 - 13. 

Kent State’s School of Theatre and Dance closed its spring performance season with its production of “Everybody.”

Most soon-to-be college graduates are a bit nervous about finding that first post-college job. Kent State University student Ina Black landed her dream job before even crossing the commencement stage.

Students working in the Kent State University Costume Shop showed off their designs at a theatre trade conference in Seattle this spring. 

The School of Theatre and Dance faculty and staff have been busy this semester! Faculty and staff’s contributions stand as a reminder of the College of the Art’s mission to positively impact communities. Here are some of their achievements and news.