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January 30, 2017 | Combined Reports
Behind the Scenes of H.M.S. Pinafore
Take a peek behind the scenes at the dress rehearsal for UConn Opera's production of Gilbert & Sullivan's comic operetta H.M.S. Pinafore.
January 27, 2017 | Sean Flynn
UConn Presents H.M.S. Pinafore on January 27 and 29
UConn Opera Theater will present Gilbert & Sullivan’s comic opera H.M.S. Pinafore on Friday, Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts. H.M.S. Pinafore – or the Lass That Loved a Sailor – was Gilbert and Sullivan’s fourth collaboration and their first major success. […]
January 20, 2017 | Ginger Jenne
Coveted Class: Hip-Hop, Politics, and Youth Culture in America
Hip-hop reflects on our society 'fearlessly and unapologetically,' says Professor Jeffrey Ogbar.
December 9, 2016 | Jeff Wagenheim
What Might a Wall with Mexico Look Like?
Through a virtual architectural design, a UConn professor takes an ironic look at the relationship between border walls and the philosophical concept of a state.
December 5, 2016 | Loretta Waldman
Students Design Ornaments for National Christmas Tree Display
Twelve ornaments created by UConn students will adorn the Connecticut tree that is part of this year's National Christmas Tree display in Washington, D.C.
November 30, 2016 | Kenneth Best
Checking in with Alumna Jackie Burns, Star of ‘If/Then’
Jackie Burns ’02 (SFA) got her first big break as Elphaba in 'Wicked' on Broadway. Last fall she was on Broadway again, as Menzel’s standby in 'If/Then.' Now she has a star role in the touring production.
November 21, 2016 | Lisa Stiepock
Student Project Probes Role of Fear in 2016 Election
IDEA Grant recipient Raeanne Nuzzo ‘17 uses art to examine the influence of fear in the 2016 presidential election. Her posters are currently on display at the Art Building.
October 28, 2016 | Kenneth Best
‘Nuevo California’ Explores Immigration, Borders, and Building Walls
The CRT production, which opens Oct. 27, is a futuristic play that is highly relevant to today's political climate.
October 27, 2016 | Kenneth Best
New Program to Play Out at Regional Campuses
This month, the Ensemble-in-Residence Program launches a slate of performances by UConn's music ensembles at regional campuses.
October 21, 2016 | Kenneth Best