Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

Tufts film production students work on a Hollywood-caliber video about an unsung 19th century civil rights activist

Pageantry meets musings on fame and self-determination in the theater department’s modern take on France’s most notorious queen

From the first coming-out play a century ago to a 1993 Pulitzer winner, Tufts theater experts talk about shows that went beyond stereotypes and broke ground for queer characters

Playwright Julia Izumi, A11, reveals the tragedy and comedy of being Asian American in our country

A long-time drama professor says onstage deaths reflect cultural trends as much as acting chops

Some of Tony winner and Tufts alum James Nicola’s productions—like Rent and Hadestown—have become smash hits. But his aim has always been to challenge his audiences 

Nathan and Alice Gantcher Professor in the Department of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Heather Nathans will become the next Dean of Academic Affairs for the School of Arts and Sciences

Several Tufts community members were honored for their contributions to scholarship in theatre and performance studies

A Tufts senior promotes self-acceptance, on campus and in a new Disney Plus show