School of Theatre and Dance

Aveena Sawyer warming up on a Broadway Stage for the “A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical”

Aveena Sawyer, Porthouse Theatre and School of Theatre and Dance alumna, has been performing on Broadway as "The Boat That I Row" soloist in “A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical.” 

College of the Arts Faculty Members

College of the Arts faculty members were recognized by Kent State University at the Honors Banquet held on April 24, 2024.

Technical rehearsal of "Rent."

An associate professor working on the School of Theatre and Dance provided a behind-the-scenes look at the school's current production of "Rent."

A scene from "Rent" at the E. Turner Stump Theatre

Kent State's production of "Rent" runs from Feb. 16-25 at the E. Turner Stump Theatre.

School of Theatre and Dance

Join our dance faculty and learn about opportunities that await you at Kent State! Spend the day attending two master classes, attending a Q&A and touring our facilities. 

School of Theatre and Dance

The B.F.A. Design Tech Open House allows prospective students to experience all the Theatre Design and Technology paths that Kent State has to offer.

Porthouse Theatre closes its 2023 season with the area debut of “The Prom” running July 21 through August 6.

The 2023 Summer season at Porthouse Theatre continues with the production of “The Marvelous Wonderettes” running July 1 through July 15.