Theatre Course Partners with Broward Center for the Performing Arts

During the Winter semester, students in THEA 2060: Technical Theatre partnered with the Broward Center for the Performing Arts to design, build and load the set for “Seussical JR.” presented by the Broward Center’s Advanced Musical Theatre students May 11-12 in the Center’s Amaturo Theatre.

The course, offered through the B.A. in Theatre program in the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts in the Halmos College, gives students the opportunity to gain real-world, industry-driven skills by working for a professional theatre organization.

“It’s great for their resume and for industry networking,” said Daniel Gelbmann, associate professor of technical theater and design for the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts. “This year, students were also allowed to collaborate and create the scenic design for their production. Students look forward to seeing their hard work displayed on stage at the Broward Center for South Florida audiences!”

Directed by Artist-in-Residence Tammy Holder, “Seussical JR.” was the spring production for the Broward Center’s Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop.

“Working with the Broward Center is so rewarding,” said Shanti Bruce, Ph.D., professor and chair for the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts. “Students get access to a world-class performing arts center and the professionals who run it. Getting this mentorship and seeing their work on stage is an outstanding experiential learning opportunity.”

For more information about THEA 2060: Technical Theatre and the B.A. in the Theatre program, click here.

Posted 05/22/22