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Behind the Curtain: A look into Theatre’s thriving costume lab

Fri, Aug 22, 2025

When thinking about labs at an R1 research institution like Oklahoma State University, science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines are typically top of mind. But those are far from all- encompassing. Tucked away on the second floor of the historic Gundersen Building is the Department of Theatre’s Costume Lab. A bustling workshop of fabric, thread, sewing notions and concept sketches, the costume lab is redefining career preparation for theatre students by combining structured coursework, technical training and real-world production experience.

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Renaissance Ready: OSU Arts Week returns after 45-year hiatus

Fri, Aug 22, 2025

For the first time since the 1970s, Stillwater saw the return of OSU Arts Week — a celebration of the visual, performing and applied arts at Oklahoma State University. The OSU Arts Committee led the initiative, with key support from the College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Theatre, Greenwood School of Music, and Department of Art, Graphic Design and Art History.

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'Step across this line' is art that explores borders, lives and histories

Wed, Aug 20, 2025

Discussions surrounding borders have become increasingly prominent in recent years. “Step across this line” challenges visitors to rethink the meaning of borders through art, how they divide people, cultures and lands. What happens when someone steps across them?

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Historic exhibition makes its way to the OSU Museum of Art

Wed, Aug 06, 2025

“Cimarron National Works on Paper Exhibition 2025” will open Aug. 19 at the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art for the first time.

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Things are getting wild at the OSU Museum of Art with new exhibition

Thu, May 22, 2025

“Fur, Fangs, Feathers & Fins” will open May 27 at the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art. This free-to-view exhibition highlights amphibians, apex predators and everything in between in their beautiful yet fleeting habitats.

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The McKnight Center announces its 2025-26 season lineup

Fri, May 16, 2025

The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts announces its 2025-2026 season. The season includes an impressive lineup of performances by legendary star of stage and screen Hugh Jackman, the iconic Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Jaap van Zweden, touring Broadway musical The Music Man, and more.

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra shares talents at OSU masterclasses

Wed, May 14, 2025

At Oklahoma State University’s McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, students recently witnessed both during masterclasses with members of the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

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OSU graphic design students honored at Oklahoma’s Graphex competition

Mon, May 12, 2025

Fourteen graphic design students from Oklahoma State University were recognized on May 1 at the annual Graphex Art and Design Competition in Tulsa, an event that features the best work of Oklahoma creatives.

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Theatre major Burks named Spring 2025 CAS Orange Gown Graduate

Wed, May 07, 2025

Spring 2025 CAS Orange Gown Graduate Jordan Burks is completing a bachelor's degree in theatre this May and taking with her a passion for the stage that she developed while at OSU. Jordan isn't an actor, though, she's a stage manager. And she taking her cues into grad school and beyond.

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New Native American art exhibition now on view at OSU Museum of Art

Thu, May 01, 2025

“Community, Creativity, and Continuity: Native American Art in Everyday Life” is now onview through Aug. 23 at the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art.

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OSU Arts Week comes to a close

Wed, Apr 30, 2025

After an exciting week full of different activities and riveting shows, Oklahoma State University Art Week has officially come to an end, and plans to be back in full swing next year.

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OSU hosts third annual Speech Night

Wed, Apr 16, 2025

On April 8, the Student Union theater was filled with students, faculty and families supporting Oklahoma State University's third annual Speech Night.

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