TDPS welcomes Timmia Hearn DeRoy as assistant professor of directing and social justice theater
The Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS) is proud to welcome Timmia Hearn DeRoy as acting assistant professor of directing and social justice theater as of July 1, 2023.
"I am beyond thrilled...Read more about TDPS welcomes Timmia Hearn DeRoy as assistant professor of directing and social justice theater
Eugene Palmer, theater supervisor, retires after 42 years at UC Berkeley
After working on hundreds of stage productions over an illustrious 42-year career at UC Berkeley, theater supervisor Eugene Palmer has retired from the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS).
"I’d like to thank the many students I’ve had the privilege of working with...Read more about Eugene Palmer, theater supervisor, retires after 42 years at UC Berkeley
Michael Mansfield, undergraduate advisor, retires after 21 years of 'life-changing discussions'
Having worked with thousands of students over 21 years with the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS), undergraduate advisor and lecturer Michael Mansfield retired from UC Berkeley at the end of June.
Of his collaborations with the TDPS community, he said: “I...Read more about Michael Mansfield, undergraduate advisor, retires after 21 years of 'life-changing discussions'
Philip Kan Gotanda elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Philip Kan Gotanda is one of six UC Berkeley faculty members to be elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences in 2023. Founded...Read more about Philip Kan Gotanda elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
SanSan Kwan among inaugural recipients of L&S Faculty Awards
Professor SanSan Kwan is a 2023 co-recipient of the Beatriz Manz Award, presented by the College of Letters & Science Advisory Board as part of the inaugural ...Read more about SanSan Kwan among inaugural recipients of L&S Faculty Awards
Abigail De Kosnik receives 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award
TDPS faculty member Abigail De Kosnik is one of five recipients of the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award, the most prestigious honor for teaching at UC Berkeley...Read more about Abigail De Kosnik receives 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award
Berkeley Dance Project: Students explore Angel Island detainees’ experiences
By Anne Brice, Berkeley News
When Lenora Lee, an artistic director, dancer and choreographer, debuted Within These Walls in 2017, she had no idea what the impact would be on the audience.
The immersive work was performed by a cast of 14 dancers on...Read more about Berkeley Dance Project: Students explore Angel Island detainees’ experiences
Coming-of-age play is about love, loss and the choices we make
By Anne Brice, Berkeley News
It was fall 2022 and UC Berkeley’s first Black Wednesday of the year. Student Kaiyah Florence, excited to reconnect with the Black community on campus after summer break, wasn’t going to miss it.
“When I started at Berkeley in...Read more about Coming-of-age play is about love, loss and the choices we make
Faculty member Margo Hall, alum Joseph Gonzalez featured in California magazine
TDPS faculty member Margo Hall and recent alum Joseph Gonzalez are featured in the article "Investing in inspiration" in the September 2022 issue of California magazine. Among other stories of inspiring faculty members, the article highlights how Hall's acting class was a "
A welcome note from SanSan Kwan, incoming department chair
Dear TDPS Community,
It is with humility and not a little bit of trepidation that I step into the role of department chair, especially after so many visionary leaders who have guided the department before me. I want to give a special shout out to my...Read more about A welcome note from SanSan Kwan, incoming department chair
New book by Shannon Jackson explores 'social and aesthetic practice of performance'
Back Stages, released this week by Northwestern University Press, is a collection of 20 essays spanning the career of Professor Shannon Jackson.
"Jackson explores a range of disciplinary, institutional, and political...Read more about New book by Shannon Jackson explores 'social and aesthetic practice of performance'
Berkeley Dance Project 2022 film ‘opened a portal of new ideas’
Republished from Berkeley News
When UC Berkeley professor Lisa Wymore began coordinating this year’s Berkeley Dance Project in fall 2021, she assumed the annual showcase of original works...Read more about Berkeley Dance Project 2022 film ‘opened a portal of new ideas’
Beth Piatote's short play featured by Native Voices at the Autry
Beth Piatote, an affiliated faculty member in the Graduate Group in Performance Studies, is a featured playwright in the 12th Annual Short Play Festival by Native Voices at the Autry. The festival includes two readings of Piatote's play, Tricksters, Unite! (March 20 at The...Read more about Beth Piatote's short play featured by Native Voices at the Autry
SanSan Kwan discusses new book, 'Love Dances'
Professor SanSan Kwan discussed her new book, Love Dances, with fellow TDPS faculty member Sima Belmar in a Berkeley Book Chat hosted by the Townsend Center...Read more about SanSan Kwan discusses new book, 'Love Dances'
Lisa Wymore appointed faculty advisor to Berkeley Arts+Design
Lisa Wymore, professor of dance, has been appointed faculty advisor to Berkeley Arts+Design (A+D).
A+D...Read more about Lisa Wymore appointed faculty advisor to Berkeley Arts+Design
Shannon Steen appointed associate dean by College of Letters & Science
Shannon Steen, associate professor in Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies and American Studies, has been appointed associate dean for programs and planning by the College of Letters & Science at UC Berkeley....Read more about Shannon Steen appointed associate dean by College of Letters & Science
Ph.D. candidate Vincente Perez selected for Poetry & the Senses Fellowship
Vincente Perez, Ph.D. candidate in performance studies, is one of two graduate students selected for the fall 2021 Poetry & the Senses Fellowship by the Arts Research Center (ARC).
The ARC Fellows Program...Read more about Ph.D. candidate Vincente Perez selected for Poetry & the Senses Fellowship
Glynn Bartlett, scenic artist, retires from TDPS
After more than 14 years as the staff scenic artist for TDPS, Glynn Bartlett is retiring from UC Berkeley to further pursue his interests in puppetry and other creative projects.
"Although I am retiring from TDPS, I am not retiring from being an artist," Glynn said. "Being an art maker...Read more about Glynn Bartlett, scenic artist, retires from TDPS
Jack Carpenter, lighting design lecturer, retires from TDPS
Jack Carpenter, continuing lecturer for lighting design, has retired from TDPS after eight years.
"I want to thank all of my lighting design students, the crews, stage managers, creative teams, and performers for the productions over the past eight years," Jack said. "You all have made my...Read more about Jack Carpenter, lighting design lecturer, retires from TDPS
Abigail De Kosnik, SanSan Kwan receive American Cultures Excellence in Teaching Award
Abigail De Kosnik and SanSan Kwan, associate professors in TDPS, are recipients of this year's ...Read more about Abigail De Kosnik, SanSan Kwan receive American Cultures Excellence in Teaching Award
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