University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance

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University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance

The University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance presents five mainstage shows annually.

Students in the University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance get hands-on training and one-on-one mentorship from a professional faculty and renowned guest artists in acting, directing, playwriting, theatrical design, and technology. From our mainstage productions to our student-produced shows, students have plenty of opportunities to participate on stage or backstage. Special programs include a musical theatre certificate, education abroad, as well as a thriving dance program that emphasizes technique, composition, performance, and production. The University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST). Visit the NAST website for more information about accreditation.

09/01/2026

Bring your students to the theatre! 🎭

We’re offering school matinee performances of Antigone this October and The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical next April.

Both performances will be followed by a Q&A with the cast, and tickets are just $10 per student.

Antigone | October 19 at 10 AM
The Lightning Thief | April 16 at 10 AM

Space is limited! Teachers and school groups can fill out our ticket reservation form through the link in our bio.

08/27/2026

High School Theatre Day is BACK!

Join the UK Department of Theatre and Dance for a full day of theatre, learning, and exploring what it’s like to be a UK Theatre & Dance student.

Students will get to:
🌌 Experience a performance of Almost, Maine + Q&A with the cast and production team
🎭 Choose from hands-on master classes with UK Theatre & Dance faculty
🍴 Enjoy a complimentary lunch on campus

Join us by registering at the link in our bio. Space is limited, so claim your spot today!

08/10/2026

The 2026–2027 University of Kentucky Department of Theatre & Dance season is officially here, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the theatre!

✨ Antigone
✨ Almost, Maine
✨ Collected Stories: Dance Concert 2027
✨ American Son
✨ The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Did you know you can also purchase tickets to multiple shows and save money? Learn more about our Pick 3 and Full Season Package using the link in our bio.

🎟️ Get your tickets now! Visit the link in our bio or head to our website to explore the full season and secure your seats.

07/30/2026

We loved taking over the Instagram these past few days! We’ll still be updating stories with answers to a few more questions, but we can’t wait to see y’all in August! GO CATS!

04/24/2026

The Department has several exciting events coming up in the next couple of days!

"Materialized", our student dance concert, opens at the Historic Loudon House this evening at 7:00. Join us at 6:00 for a free workshop! This year's concert, in partnership with the Lexington Art League's Fourth Friday event series, takes audiences on a promenade style journey through the historic Loudon House grounds and facilities.

"Garty", hosted by Studio Season, opens on Saturday, April 25th at 2pm. Garty is a work to celebrate the contributions of queer/LGBTQ+ artists at UK, and includes a gallery and cabaret-style performance!

The One Act Play Festival will take place on Monday, April 27th in the Briggs Theatre. This event features readings of one act plays written by our students as part of their Advanced Playwriting class.

Which events will we see you at? 💙😺🐾

04/10/2026

Opening night was a SUCCESS!

Ready to learn more about the man behind the story of The Great Gatsby? Join the Department of Theatre and Dance with guest speaker, Anne Margaret Daniel, for a public pre-show lecture on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s archival legacy, featuring high-resolution images and interpretive commentary TONIGHT from 6-7pm at the John Jacob Niles Gallery in the Fine Arts Library! There’s no admission cost— just show up ready to listen and learn! See ya there! 💙🤍🎭

📸 Mark Cornelison | ukyphoto

04/08/2026

Our next show in our 2025-2026 season, The Great Gatsby, opens TOMORROW! Grab your tickets TODAY using the link in our bio. See ya there! 🐾🎭

02/26/2026

A Collective in Muse opens TOMORROW, February 27th, and will run until Saturday, February 28th!

Muse features five pieces directed and/or created by our very own DOTD students. The best part? They’re being performed throughout the entire Fine Arts Building! Buy your tickets now through the link in our bio— it’s a once in lifetime unique experience you won’t want to miss out on! 🎭💙

01/31/2026

Introducing… UK DOTD’s 2026-2027 Season!

01/27/2026

Did someone say 2016’s making a comeback?

Address

465 Rose Street/114 College Of Fine Arts Building
Lexington, KY
40506

Telephone

(859) 257-3297

Website

https://finearts.uky.edu/theatre-dance, https://linktr.ee/uktad

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