https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usFri, 17 Jul 2026 04:13:07 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260415-behind-the-curtain-the-lightning-thief.aspxFox13 Tampa Bay visited the College of Design, Art & Performance’s School of Theatre & Dance for an inside look at the musical production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, supported by the British International Theatre Program, opening Thursday, April 16, and running through Sunday, April 26.Michelle Sabo-Sherwood, College of Design, Art & PerformanceThu, 16 Apr 2026 09:33:30 Behind the Curtain: The Lightning ThiefFox13 Tampa Bay visited the College of Design, Art & Performance’s School of Theatre & Dance for an inside look at the musical production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, supported by the British International Theatre Program, opening Thursday, April 16, and running through Sunday, April 26.Fox13 photojournalist Barry Wong interviewing The Lightning Thief Director Michelle Hache, stage manager Aurora Peugh, lead actor Sam Lipsey, and assistant fight director Seth Henley-Beasley. https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260415-behind-the-curtain-the-lightning-thief.aspxFaculty,Students & Alumni,Theatre & Dancehttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260313-spotlight-a-day-of-celebration.aspxThe energy set the tone at the second annual USF College of Design, Art & Performance SPOTLIGHT! daylong festival of the arts! Nearly 1,500 attendees gathered on an overcast day to celebrate the 130+ students who showcased their creative talents.Michelle Sabo-Sherwood, College of Design, Art & Performance, and photography by Andres Faza, University of South Florida, and Cristina Klein PhotographyThu, 12 Mar 2026 16:16:22 SPOTLIGHT! Festival: A Day of CelebrationThe energy set the tone at the second annual USF College of Design, Art & Performance SPOTLIGHT! daylong festival of the arts! Nearly 1,500 attendees gathered on an overcast day to celebrate the 130+ students who showcased their creative talents.Images of students performing.https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260313-spotlight-a-day-of-celebration.aspxArchitecture,Art & Art History,Community Outreach,Graphicstudio,Music,Theatre & Dance,USF CAMhttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260311-acting-comes-to-usf-st-petersburg.aspxThe first acting class at USF St. Petersburg explores the basic elements of theater, with students developing greater confidence, command of their voice and essential public speaking experience.Cliff McBride and Matthew CimitileWed, 11 Mar 2026 14:44:10 Acting comes to USF St. PetersburgThe first acting class at USF St. Petersburg explores the basic elements of theater, with students developing greater confidence, command of their voice and essential public speaking experience.First acting classhttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2026/20260311-acting-comes-to-usf-st-petersburg.aspxCommunity Outreach,Students & Alumni,Theatre & Dancehttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/20250501-when-the-lights-came-up-spotlight-festival.aspxIt didn’t just showcase art. It made a statement. On Friday, April 25, the University of South Florida’s College of Design, Art & Performance launched the first-ever SPOTLIGHT Festival, an ambitious, campus-wide celebration that transformed performance and exhibition spaces into a living, breathing showcase of creative energy. Designed to illuminate the force and vision powering the college, SPOTLIGHT didn’t just open its doors to the public—it invited them into the heart of the work.Jesus Gogo - College of Design, Art & Performance Communications and Marketing, Photography by Bryce WomeldurfThu, 01 May 2025 14:31:38 When the Lights Came Up: SPOTLIGHT Festival Marks a Bold New Chapter in Creative EducationIt didn’t just showcase art. It made a statement. On Friday, April 25, the University of South Florida’s College of Design, Art & Performance launched the first-ever SPOTLIGHT Festival, an ambitious, campus-wide celebration that transformed performance and exhibition spaces into a living, breathing showcase of creative energy. Designed to illuminate the force and vision powering the college, SPOTLIGHT didn’t just open its doors to the public—it invited them into the heart of the work.A collage of images from the first SPOTLIGHT festival.https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/20250501-when-the-lights-came-up-spotlight-festival.aspxArchitecture,Art & Art History,Community Outreach,Music,Theatre & Dance,USF CAMhttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/0250417-punching-in-breaking-out-spotlight-closes-with-9-to-5-the-musical.aspxWork isn’t just a place you go; it’s a fight for respect, recognition, and the right to dream bigger. That’s the heartbeat of 9 to 5: The Musical, and it’s taking center stage as the School of Theatre & Dance at the University of South Florida brings this cult classic to life. Even better? Admission is completely free.Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:07:51 Punching In, Breaking Out – USF Theatre Closes SPOTLIGHT Festival with Free, Must-See "9 to 5: The Musical"Work isn’t just a place you go; it’s a fight for respect, recognition, and the right to dream bigger. That’s the heartbeat of 9 to 5: The Musical, and it’s taking center stage as the School of Theatre & Dance at the University of South Florida brings this cult classic to life. Even better? Admission is completely free.Student actors practice for 9-to-5: The Musicalhttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/0250417-punching-in-breaking-out-spotlight-closes-with-9-to-5-the-musical.aspxTheatre & Dancehttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/20250414-spotlight-2025-a-festival-bringing-design-art-and-performance-to-life.aspxMark your calendar. On Friday, April 25, the College of Design, Art & Performance at the University of South Florida is launching its inaugural SPOTLIGHT Festival – a bold celebration of creativity and talent that’s free and open to all. This isn’t just another campus event. It’s a statement. A living testament to the way art and design can shift perspectives and spark something deeper.Jesus Gogo - College of Design, Art & Performance Communications and MarketingMon, 14 Apr 2025 00:18:33 SPOTLIGHT 2025: A Festival Bringing Design, Art & Performance to LifeMark your calendar. On Friday, April 25, the College of Design, Art & Performance at the University of South Florida is launching its inaugural SPOTLIGHT Festival – a bold celebration of creativity and talent that’s free and open to all. This isn’t just another campus event. It’s a statement. A living testament to the way art and design can shift perspectives and spark something deeper.1966 image of the USF FAH building.https://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2025/20250414-spotlight-2025-a-festival-bringing-design-art-and-performance-to-life.aspxArchitecture,Art & Art History,Community Outreach,Music,Theatre & Dancehttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2024/20241024-tune-in-to-hear-gretchen-ward-warren-retired-usf-professor-emerita-of-dance-and-her-story-on-nprs-on-point.aspxOn Point talks with Gretchen Ward Warren about her memoir Hollow Bone, A Naive Wanderer’s Journey from Outback to Opening Night. Warren delves deep into a voyage of self-discovery, cultural exploration, and artistic creation.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:01:22 Tune in to hear Gretchen Ward Warren, retired USF Professor Emerita of Dance, and her story on NPR’s On Point with Mindy Todd, where she reflects on self-discovery, adventure, the world of dance and her new book!On Point talks with Gretchen Ward Warren about her memoir Hollow Bone, A Naive Wanderer’s Journey from Outback to Opening Night. Warren delves deep into a voyage of self-discovery, cultural exploration, and artistic creation.Ballerinas lined uphttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2024/20241024-tune-in-to-hear-gretchen-ward-warren-retired-usf-professor-emerita-of-dance-and-her-story-on-nprs-on-point.aspxTheatre & Dancehttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2024/20240502-jackson-haborak-receives-fulbright-award.aspxThe University of South Florida’s College of The Arts is pleased to announce that Jackson Haborak has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award to study for a Master of Arts in Contemporary Theatre and Dance Dramaturgy at Utrecht University in the Netherlands starting next fall.Thu, 02 May 2024 00:09:49 Jackson Haborak Receives Fulbright AwardThe University of South Florida’s College of The Arts is pleased to announce that Jackson Haborak has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award to study for a Master of Arts in Contemporary Theatre and Dance Dramaturgy at Utrecht University in the Netherlands starting next fall.Jackson Haborak headshothttps://www.usf.edu/arts/news/2024/20240502-jackson-haborak-receives-fulbright-award.aspxStudents & Alumni,Theatre & Dance