Hardin-Simmons University Theatre

08/01/2026

In my post last week about Next to Normal, I failed to mention that the extraordinary set was designed and created by HSU Technical Director, Trey Spivey. Beautiful work!!

07/29/2026

This show was absolutely beautiful---haunting and honest and so very well-directed and produced. We are extremely proud of the entire company, and especially HSU alums Riley Arnold (director) and Serayah Peters (musical director) and Anthony DeLaGarza (Henry).

Meet the family behind Next to Normal.

In just 2 days, these six incredible performers will bring this unforgettable story to life. We can’t wait for you to experience the heart, honesty, and dedication they’ve poured into every rehearsal.

📅 July 23–25
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre, 1642 Hunt St.
🎟 $25 General Admission
🔞 Recommended for ages 17+
⚠️ Content Advisory: Next to Normal contains mature themes including mental illness, grief, su***de, loss, addiction, the use of prescription medication, self-harm, and strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.

Don’t forget to enter our Date Night Giveaway before Opening Night! Every donation to support our live band earns raffle entries, and one lucky winner will receive a prize package valued at over $100. The winner will be announced Wednesday at 6:00 PM, so be sure to get your entries in before then.

We’ll see you at the theatre! 💜

07/08/2026

06/23/2026

Still thinking about our incredible trip to NYC! 🗽✨

From sightseeing across the city to learning from Broadway professionals, our week in New York was packed with unforgettable experiences. We attended a song and dance workshop taught by an original Broadway cast member of Hadestown, saw three amazing Broadway shows, and spent some time with HSU Theatre alumni who are building successful lives in New York.

We are so grateful for the opportunity to learn, explore, and be inspired by the incredible artists and professionals who make the theatre community so special. It’s trips like these that remind us why we love theatre!

06/12/2026

Don't forget!! And it's free!

06/09/2026

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06/08/2026

Hardin-Simmons University
2026-2027 Season of Shows

Wait Until Dark, Sept. 24-26 at 7:30pm; Sept 27 at 2pm Down Centre Stage Lab Theatre

Pops at the Pond, Oct. 2, 6:00pm Anderson Lawn

Daisy Pulls It Off, Oct. 8-10 at 7:30pm; Oct. 11 at 2pm Van Ellis Theatre

1776, the Musical; Nov. 19-21 at 7:30pm; Nov. 22 at 2:00pm Van Ellis Theatre

Big Fish, Feb. 11-13 at 7:30pm; Feb. 14 at 2pm Van Ellis Theatre

24 Hour Shakespeare, March 20 at 7pm Van Ellis Theatre

PLAYFEST, April 2 and 3 at 7:30pm Van Ellis Theatre

DirectFest Spring ’27, April 23- 24 at 7:30pm Van Ellis Theatre

04/09/2026

Introducing the Company and Cast of “Songs for a New World”!!
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Last but certainly not least, we have our final three cast members! Colton Bosang, Hannah Cauthen, and Chloe Sokora! Come see this amazing show to learn more about their characters!
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“Songs for a New World” will perform April 9th and 10th at 7:30pm and April 11th and 12th at 2pm. Performances will be in Van Ellis Theatre. You don’t want to miss this ambitious and transformative show. Tickets are on sale now. Link to buy tickets here.
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https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/venue.php?org_id=595&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa5kmZty9XME9ZviJNA-lSOGa9abuFX3DZYn46B8GBXlrkimTmMYNAWad0_aem_Y0ZnOKFpq989uAKm9tvYDQ
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