Santa Clara University Theatre and Dance Dept.

05/27/2026

Our musical opens on Friday!

Buy tickets from SCU Presents Performing Arts Center at vivenu Whether you’re being captivated by classical music and avant-garde compositions, thrilled by breath-taking dances, or transported by cutting-edge plays and pulse-pounding musicals - there's always something playing at SCU Presents Perf...

05/27/2026

Double major Christian Barnard ’26 explored political systems and cultural expression, finding meaning in both.

05/14/2026

We’re pleased to announce Katie Dowse (Assistant Professor, Theater and Dance) has been appointed as a new Faculty Director (FD) to start in Fall 2026. She will be serving the Magis RLC housed in Campisi and San Filippo Halls. Katie is an international costume designer with expertise in costume design, costume construction, costume shop management, and hair and makeup design.
Katie is passionate about helping students discover new areas of theatre, develop their techniques, and pursue their individual artistic interests. She will be joined in Magis by her dog Finn, and they look forward to connecting with the first and second year residents!

05/14/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Q***r Scholarship Conference 🏳️‍🌈
Tomorrow, Thursday May 14th 3-7pm
The California Mission Room in Benson
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