Wichita State University School of Performing Arts

Wichita State University School of Performing Arts Professional Training, Creative Growth, Artistic Community Outreach

Wichita State University School of Performing Arts is a pre-professional training school for Theatre (Design & Technical Theatre, Musical Theatre, Theatre Performance) and Dance. We are internationally and regionally recognized for programs in Dance, Theatre, and Musical Theatre. Our students are trained for some of the hardest careers by working professionals and highly experienced professors. Ou

r student and alumni performers, designers, technicians and stage managers have worked with companies like Illinois Shakespeare Festival, Black Hills Playhouse, Infamous Commonweath Theatre, Timberlake Playhouse, Prather Entertainment, Seven Devils National Playwrights Conference, Roundabout Theatre, Monomoy Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Lyric Opera, Light Opera Oklahoma, Music Theatre of Wichita, Mosley Street Melodrama and Cabaret Oldtown. They have performed in and worked as technicians on National & International Tours (42nd Street, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Sesame Street Live, Cinderella and more) and on Broadway (The Scottsboro Boys, Porgy & Bess, Evita). Our alumni design work has also been featured with theatre companies like The Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre in KC and The Santa Fe Opera. We have graduates in AEA (Actor's Equity Association), SAG (Screen Actor's Guild), ITASE (The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees), and many other well-known unions and organizations that benefit artists and artistic communities. With the training received at Wichita State University, our students rest assured with the skills that will advance them into a career in the theatre and allied professions for years to come!

09/03/2026
🌟 Faculty Spotlight: Sheldon MbaWhether performing on stage or teaching in the classroom, Sheldon Mba is committed to pr...
09/03/2026

🌟 Faculty Spotlight: Sheldon Mba

Whether performing on stage or teaching in the classroom, Sheldon Mba is committed to practicing what he teaches. This summer, he appeared in "Man of La Mancha," "Chicago," and "La Cage aux Folles," and he's looking forward to an upcoming performance with Smackdab Dance at the Wichita Art Museum.

Swipe to learn how Sheldon's professional creative work helps prepare students for success in the performing arts industry.

Click the link in our bio for more Alumni/Faculty & Staff/Guest Artist Spotlights!

Less than two weeks away! Join us for DANCE DAY. 📅 Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.📍 Heskett Center Dance Studios💵 $30 per...
09/02/2026

Less than two weeks away! Join us for DANCE DAY.
📅 Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
📍 Heskett Center Dance Studios
💵 $30 per dancer
🔗 wichita.edu/dance
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Meet Nariyah Richardson, a 1st year Acting major from Kansas City, MO. ⭐️ What inspired you to pursue a degree in the pe...
09/02/2026

Meet Nariyah Richardson, a 1st year Acting major from Kansas City, MO. ⭐️

What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing arts?
- Acting and team building/bonding. 🎭

What are some of your hobbies/things you love to do?
- Drawing/Creating! 💛🖤🌾

Meet Lucina Eubanks, a 1st year Dance major from Concordia, KS. ⭐️ What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performin...
09/01/2026

Meet Lucina Eubanks, a 1st year Dance major from Concordia, KS. ⭐️

What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing arts?

- What inspired me to pursue a degree in the performing arts would be my passion and love for movement, especially dance along with being able to share the passion with others. 🎭


What are some of your hobbies/things you love to do?

- I love to work at my local movie theater, teach all ages dance, spend time with my family, and go on side quests with my friends. 💛🖤🌾

✨ We're excited to welcome Michael Downs to campus! From Broadway and the Olympics to Super Bowls and global events, Mic...
09/01/2026

✨ We're excited to welcome Michael Downs to campus!

From Broadway and the Olympics to Super Bowls and global events, Michael has spent more than four decades creating unforgettable experiences around the world. Students will get an inside look at the creative process behind large-scale productions, including his recent work on THE FESTIVAL for Broadway.

Whether you're interested in design, production, storytelling, or creative leadership, this is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most accomplished innovators.

Meet Addie Heeke, a 1st year Musical Theatre major from Dodge City, KS. ⭐️ What inspired you to pursue a degree in the p...
08/31/2026

Meet Addie Heeke, a 1st year Musical Theatre major from Dodge City, KS. ⭐️

What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing arts?
• I’ve always loved performing, but playing Mary Poppins at my middle school made me realize this is what I want to do for the rest of my life. 🎭

What are some of your hobbies/things you love to do?
• I love any kind of art and music. My favorite hobbies are reading, drawing, playing my instruments, crocheting, and singing. 💛🖤🌾

Meet Kaitlynn Brown, a 1st year Acting major from Bixby, OK. ⭐️ What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing a...
08/28/2026

Meet Kaitlynn Brown, a 1st year Acting major from Bixby, OK. ⭐️

What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing arts?
• Performing arts is always something that I wanted to do and when I had any other ideas, my mother would always say, “make sure it’s what you want.” After a long sit down with my family, I figured out that my story with the arts is not done yet even if my dream was too big at the moment. 🎭

What are some of your hobbies/things you love to do?
• I love hanging out with friends, listening to music, going to antique or thrift stores, and many more! 💛🖤🌾

Meet Jonas Tucker, a 1st year Design and Technical Theatre major from Liberty, MO. ⭐️ What inspired you to pursue a degr...
08/27/2026

Meet Jonas Tucker, a 1st year Design and Technical Theatre major from Liberty, MO. ⭐️

What inspired you to pursue a degree in the performing arts?
- When I was at my sister’s 5th grade choir concert, our fine arts director took us up to the catwalks and showed us around. And that is what started it. 🎭

What are some of your hobbies/things you love to do?
- I enjoy fishing, playing mahjong, bowling in tournaments, playing the drums with my band, and spending time with my family. 💛🖤🌾

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