Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance

09/14/2026

Celebrate National Arts Education Week!

This week, September 13-19, 2026, has been declared National Arts Education Week! The week is a reminder to tell the world about the value of arts education in our schools.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has signed this proclamation in celebration: https://tinyurl.com/fdxypfrx

In 2010, Congress passed House Resolution 275 designating the week beginning with the second Sunday in September as National Arts in Education Week. During this week, the field of arts education joins together in communities across the country to advocate, educate, and celebrate the impact and transformative power of the arts in education.

09/14/2026

Get ready to take off!🐦✈🦎🎈

Experience FLIGHT: A First Year Performance, an immersive, collaborative showcase featuring an ensemble of first-year and transfer students in App State’s Department of Theatre and Dance. Blending theatre, dance, and interdisciplinary creativity, this performance celebrates new voices as they take the stage for the first time.

📅 Sept. 24–26, 2026
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 IG Greer Studio Theatre
🎟️ Tickets: $12

Come support these emerging artists as they spread their wings! Tickets can be bought at TheSchaeferCenter.org

07/16/2026

Join Assistant Professor of Dance Studies, Sam Stone and collaborating dancers, Elijah Grady and Carrie Plew, for a showing of in-process dance work. "human stuff" premieres on Friday July 17th, 7 pm, at Varsity Gym room 208 - Because dances must be made and worlds must be built.

FREE to the public. photo by Garner Dewey; costume by Martha Marking
Sam Stone Dance

06/28/2026

Who is this former AppState Theatre and Dance student?

06/01/2026

☀️💃 The Summer Dance Series starts TOMORROW! 🕺☀️

Looking for a fun way to stay active, learn something new, and connect with the community this summer? Join the App State Department of Theatre and Dance for the Summer Dance Series, beginning Tuesday, June 2 with the first of our FREE community dance classes!

From June 2–30, classes will be held Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:30–6:45 p.m. and are open to ages 10 through adult (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Family Days are also available for all ages.

Whether you're an experienced dancer or stepping into the studio for the first time, everyone is welcome! Explore a variety of dance styles including ballet, modern dance, African dance, Latin dance, creative movement, and more!

Classes are free to attend (donations accepted), and free parking is available on App State's campus after 5 p.m. The Summer Dance Series is part of the Department of Theatre and Dance's commitment to providing engaging dance experiences for the community.

📍 Varsity Gym
🕠 Tuesdays–Thursdays, 5:30–6:45 p.m.

Bring a friend, bring your family, and come dance with us this summer! We can't wait to see you there!

05/15/2026

Summer Dance Series returns June 2nd - June 30th, 2026! These classes are open to all dancers and dance enthusiasts on campus and in the local community. There are classes for all ages and experience levels!

To learn more and to receive an email with the weekly line-up of teachers, class descriptions, directions, and maps, contact Regina Gulick at [email protected].

BOONE — The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance celebrates the return of its popular Summer Dance Series of free community classes, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:30 —

05/13/2026

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Theatre or Dance major at Appalachian State University? If so, be our guest at App State's Theatre Student for a Day (TS4D) and Dance Student for a Day (DS4D)!

Student for a Day provides an opportunity for you to take or observe classes, tour our facilities, converse with faculty and staff, attend a complimentary performance, and talk with students about our various departmental programs.

Visit our website to learn more and register for our 2026/2027 dates!

https://theatreanddance.appstate.edu/students/prospective-students/register-person-visitation-events

05/12/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest faculty member Trenton Bean.

Trent Bean is a theatrical designer, maker, and educator, whose work centers on connecting classroom learning with professional practice. He joins Appalachian State University as Scenic Designer after designing, building, and mentoring at Snow College, where he developed production-based learning environments that give students meaningful, hands-on experience in design and technical theatre.

His creative work spans academic and professional settings, including collaborations with regional theatres and summer companies such as Utah Festival Opera, Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, and Idaho State University. Collaborating with bright minds such as Trent Hanna, Dmitri Peskov, Karl Eigsti, and Petr Matasek. He remains actively engaged in the field through design work and participation in national organizations including LDI, USITT, and ACTF.

Trent’s approach to teaching emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and helping students build the skills and confidence to transition into professional and transfer-level opportunities. He is especially interested in fostering connections between students, institutions, and the broader theatrical community.

Welcome Trent!

05/09/2026

Congratulations T&D Class of 2026! We know you'll do great things!

05/06/2026

Join us in welcoming Sierra Lee our new Administrative Support Specialist.

We’re excited to welcome Sierra Lee to the CFAA community as the Department of Theatre and Dance new Administrative Support Specialist!

Originally from Charlotte and a proud graduate of the University of West Georgia, Sierra believes deeply in the power of the arts to build confidence and self-expression — a passion shaped by her own performing arts school experience.

She joined CFAA this spring and is already making a meaningful impact. When she’s not supporting our students and faculty, you can find her enjoying life in the High Country with her two cats.