ISU School of Performing Arts Presents “A Christmas Carol” A beloved holiday classic comes to life at the Stephens Performing Arts Center
The Â鶹´«Ã½AV School of Performing Arts invites the community to embrace the holiday spirit with its enchanting production of A Christmas Carol, running November 14–22 at the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
ISU School of Performing Arts Opens Season with Comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
The Â鶹´«Ã½AV School of Performing Arts launches its 2024–2025 Theatre Season with Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, a Tony Award-winning comedy by Christopher Durang.
Lights, Sound, Action! Two Days of Drama, Direction, and Discovery at ISU’s One-Act Festival
ISU’s annual High School One-Act Competition and Theatre Workshops brought together over 250 students from 17 high schools across Idaho for two days of creativity, collaboration, and competition.
ISU Establishes First-Ever Endowment for Theatre in Honor of Tara Young
Â鶹´«Ã½AV has established the Tara Young Faculty Legacy Theatre Fund to honor Tara Young’s 20+ years of mentorship and contributions, providing scholarships for theatre students in need.
Announcing the 2024-2025 Cultural Events Committee Grant Recipients
The College of Arts and Letters is pleased to announce the recipients of the cultural events grants for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Inspiring Growth Through Strengths at ISU
Â鶹´«Ã½AV is empowering student interns to discover and develop their unique talents through the CliftonStrengths® workshops offered on campus.
Remembering Doris Brydon: A Legacy of Dedication
Â鶹´«Ã½AV (ISU) mourns the loss of Doris Brydon, a beloved alumna and steadfast supporter of the university, who passed away on November 26, 2024, at the age of 94.
ISU School of Performing Arts Welcomes Over 700 Students to "The Little Prince"
The Â鶹´«Ã½AV School of Performing Arts welcomed area elementary students for a special school matinee performance of "The Little Prince" on November 19 and 20.
Bridging the Virtual and In-Person Divide
Dr. Laufenberg discusses her innovative approaches to virtual theatre education in a Q&A format. Her insights reveal how online students can experience a sense of community and connection to campus through interdisciplinary collaborations.
ISU's Interdisciplinary Approach to Simulation Training
The campus of Â鶹´«Ã½AV (ISU) will host Trajectory Consulting and Solutions, a leader in the field of simulation and training, who are set to make an on-site visit November 9 to 11. The public is invited.
Stepping into Lead Roles: An ISU Alumnus Takes on "Cats" and More
From the demanding choreography of Cats to stepping into lead roles at a moment’s notice, ISU alumnus, Nathan Templeton, shares his behind-the-scenes experiences and preparation for the productions Cats, Guys and Dolls, and Little Shop of Horrors at the Utah Festival Opera.
A Week of Accolades, Celebration, and Opportunities for ISU Theatre Students
Twenty students and their faculty members from the Department of Theatre and Dance at ISU traveled to Spokane, WA for the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Region 7 Festival on February 18-23. While there, they performed Life x 3 by special invitation.
High School One-Act Festival April 19-20
The Â鶹´«Ã½AV Department of Theatre and Dance is thrilled to announce the upcoming High School One-Act Competition, scheduled for April 19-20.
ISU’s The Twits Delights Over 1,000 Students in Local Outreach
The play opens with colorful lights, bubbles, and characters dancing to upbeat music. Children in the audience laugh and chatter with delight and excitement.
ROAR TOGETHER: Training to be the Real Deal
How do we address the need for students to graduate from programs with the essential nontechnical and non-industry-specific skills applicable to a wide range of tasks across many roles and professions?
ISU Theatre Students Provide Valuable Real-World Practice for Healthcare Students
In a remarkable display of teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration, student learners from various healthcare-related fields and the Department of Theatre and Dance at Â鶹´«Ã½AV (ISU) came together for the annual Interprofessional Education (IPE) GRIT simulation.
From ISU's Theatre and Dance Program to Broadway: Q and A with Actor Tito Livas
Tito Livas graduated from the ISU theatre program in 2006 with a dream to have a career in acting. This is his story from Pocatello to the historic San Francisco Old Globe theatre, where he was on the cast for Destiny of Desire, which producers are now taking to Broadway.
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Vanessa Ballam Honored with Idaho State Journal’s Woman of Influence Award in the Arts
Vanessa Ballam, Professor of Theatre at ISU, and a dedicated educator, performer, mother, and arts advocate, has been named one of the Idaho State Journal’s Women of Influence for her contributions to the arts.
Â鶹´«Ã½AV School of Performing Arts Announces Inspiring 2025–26 Season
The School of Performing Arts proudly announces its 2025–26 season, a dynamic year of music and theatre that reflects the vibrancy and creativity of our students, faculty, and regional community.
ISU Bands: The Soundtrack of Campus Life
ISU has a new Director of Bands, and we’re excited for the community to get to know him better.
ISU Choirs Experience Music, Culture, and Connection in Costa Rica
Members of ISU’s Chamber Choir and Pocatello’s Camerata Singers spent nine days in Costa Rica, sharing music, meeting new friends, and giving back to local choirs. They performed in famous venues and joined Costa Rican singers for unforgettable concerts.