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NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
February 25, 2026
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Events with Erika Dickerson-Despenza
cullud wattah playwright and UW-Madison alumna Erika Dickerson-Despenza is coming to campus with several opportunities to meet and engage with students and the community.
Click the button below for more information and to RSVP by Friday, February 26!
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- Roundtable discussion Thursday, March 5 from 4-5 pm in the Hemsley Theatre.
- Student lunch Friday, March 6 from 12-1:30 pm 333 East Campus Mall, 11th Floor Conference Room.
- Playwriting workshop Friday, March 6 from 2-4:30 pm 333 East Campus Mall, 11th Floor Conference Room. She is looking for at least 10-15 students to participate.
- Talkback with Professor Emerita Sandra Adell following the cullud wattah performance Friday, March 6 at 7:30 pm.
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Leapin’ Lizards!
The Department of Theatre and Drama is excited to collaborate with Children’s Theater of Madison next fall on the musical Annie.
Performances October 24 - November 1, 2026 in the Capitol Theater at Overture Center for the Arts.
Join us Friday, March 20 at noon in the Hemsley Theatre to hear more about this exciting collaboration.
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Positions available for actors and production crew/technicians - majors and non-majors, all UW students welcome to audition/interview!
Rehearsals begin September 15, 2026 at Madison Youth Arts Center (1055 E Mifflin St.)
Tech begins September-October at the Capitol Theater.
Benefits:
- Earn Credits through THEATRE & DRAMA Internship 597
- Gain hands-on experience working in a professional theater environment
- Receive mentorship from working directors, designers, and theater professionals
- Develop performance, technical, and collaborative skills at a professional standard
- Build resume and portfolio credits through participation in a fully produced musical at the Capitol Theater at Overture Center for the Arts
- Expand professional networks within the Madison arts community
- Experience the creation of Theater for Young Audiences and Families, an important and growing field in the performing arts
- Strengthen readiness for careers in theater by bridging academic training and professional practice
- Collaborate with professional artists, university peers, and youth performers in a multi-generational artistic environment
Join us for more information on this exciting collaboration (and pizza!) by clicking the button below to RSVP.
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Acting Option Auditions March 11
Hello Actors! If you are interested in pursuing the Theatre and Drama ACTING OPTION, now is the time to sign-up for an audition time.
When: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:30-6:00 pm. Sign up for a 10-minute slot. *NOTE: Slots from 4:30-5 pm will be prioritized for cullud wattah actors attending the production postmortem
Where: 1132 Vilas (Please wait in the hall until called)
What: Prepare 2 contrasting monologues (4 minutes total max)
For more information on the Acting Option, including requisites and expectations and to sign up for a slot click here.
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UNIVERSITY THEATRE
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Announcing the University Theatre 2026-2027 Season!
The Compass by Michael Rohd
October 15-25, 2026, Ronald E. Mitchell Theatre
Urinetown Music and Lyrics by Mark Holman, Book and Lyrics by Greg Kotis
November 19-22, December 3-6, 2026, Ronald E. Mitchell Theatre
She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen
March 4-14, 2027, Ronald E. Mitchell Theatre*
Ushuaia Blue by Caridad Svich
April 15-25, 2027, Gilbert V. Hemsley Theatre*
*Venue subject to change.
For details and information on additional projects visit the Theatre and Drama website and online
Callboard.
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Student Support Funding Opportunities
The Department is thrilled to be able to offer the students of Theatre and Drama at UW-Madison some additional funding to support continued Professional Development outside of the classroom!
Deadlines are approaching soon! Apply today! Click on this Google Form
for more info and to apply.
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INTERNSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS
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Deadlines Approaching for Applications for Summer Internships!
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Looking for Opportunities after graduation?
Steppenwolf Theatre Workforce Development Program
Looking for Opportunities after graduation?
What Can You Expect to Learn?
- Comprehensive, hands-on training in specific technical theatre fields or administrative departments
- Build connections to peers, mentors, and industry professionals
- Opportunities to work collaboratively with an experienced team
- Curated professional development seminars (Ex: Resume building, networking with other professionals in the field, etc)
- Free tickets to Steppenwolf programming
- Ability to witness firsthand how a world-class theatre operates
Available Positions
Production Apprenticeships
Application Deadline March 2.
Click here for more information and to apply.
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Explore internships, jobs, and other resources at the School of Education Career Center's Gain Experience page.
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JOIN US FOR MOONSHINE!
PERFORMANCE
Fri Feb 27 @ 3:30 p.m.
Margaret H'Doubler Performance Space
Lathrop Hall
This event is free & open to the public!
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Dance Department and Professor Chris Walker invite you to attend Moonshine, a free public performance celebrating Black excellence through live music, contemporary theater, and dance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. in Lathrop Hall.
Click here for more information.
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We are still seeking directors for IMT's Miscast Cabaret! Please look at the important dates and fill out THIS FORM
IMPORTANT DATES
Auditions and Callbacks: March 6th (4pm - 7pm), March 7th (12am - 3pm), and March 8th (5pm - 8pm)
Music Rehearsals: March 25th through March 27th (6pm - 9pm)
Blocking Rehearsals: April 6th through April 17th
Tech week: April 20th through April 24th
Performances: April 25th (7pm), April 26th (7pm) in the Gilbert V. Hemsley Theatre
Note: Directors should be available for auditions and callbacks, the blocking rehearsal period, and tech week.
Directors will be in charge of scheduling their own rehearsals with their group during the blocking rehearsal period.
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WUD Games Presents: Hollywood Murder Mystery
Join WUD Games for an evening of mystery and investigation on either the 18th or 19th of April! The event will run 6pm-10pm, during which time you will take on the role of a member of a Hollywood film studio, socialize with your fellow filmmakers, and then solve the curious case of someone's untimely demise. A great chance for practicing improv skills! Dress-up is encouraged, and dinner will be provided. Use the QR code above or head to the
RSVP form to join!
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Casting Call For Independent Feature Film
Morning Moon – Searching for her father, Selena finds a stranger instead—unearthing secrets, guilt, and unexpected bonds.
Written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Aaron Greer (Service to Man and Gettin' Grown), Morning Moon is scheduled to film in Madison, July 2026. This independent feature centers around a recently orphaned 22-year-old who receives a mysterious lead on the father she never knew existed. Compelled to unravel the truth—if only to understand her mother’s lifelong deception—she sets off on a search that takes her into an uncomfortable past and unfamiliar future. Part coming-of-age story, part dramedy, part mystery, Morning Moon explores issues around family, addiction, identity and love.
Production Information
Written and directed by Aaron Greer (Gettin’ Grown Productions and the University of Wisconsin Madison).
- Principal photography scheduled to start on July 1st, 2026. All filming to take place in and around Madison, Wisconsin.
- Over two-dozen speaking roles, ranging from a single day of shooting to 22 days for the lead (Selena).
- Compensation: $250/day (plus travel and lodging considered for the roles of Selena, Avi and Nya).
- Open to union and non-union talent. Only local talent considered for supporting and day-player roles.
For character descriptions and to be considered for a role, please send resume, headshot and email indicating the role you’re interested in to morningmoonfilm@gmail.com
or submit via Backstage.
Actors who fit will be invited to submit a self-taped audition for further consideration.
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Get Free Studio-Quality Headshots with the Iris Air Photo Booth at the Wisconsin Business School
The Iris Air photo booth is now available for WSB employees, students, and the campus community. It is located on the second floor between the central elevators and the Learning Commons, just above the West Atrium.
The Iris is available any time Grainger Hall is open. Simply press the touch screen to begin and follow the prompts. Each session takes about 4-5 minutes and your photos are delivered instantly via email. We ask that WSB students and employees use their wisc.edu email address when signing in.
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Resource for Students
UW-Madison has launched a new resource for students that gathers together information and resources for everything from food and health issues to housing and IT help. Visit https://basicneeds.students.wisc.edu to learn more.
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More Student Opportunities
Be on the lookout for casting calls for Student Film projects!
Check the Student Opportunities page on the department website for audition announcements, jobs (on campus and off), performances, and more.
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Have an announcement to share? Send to publicity@theatre.wisc.edu. Submissions received by Friday will be considered for inclusion in the following week's newsletter.
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