YSU University Theatre

06/24/2026

🎭 Our 2026 Theatre Summer Camp was a success!! This week was filled with creativity and collaboration as these talented young performers explored the world of theatre.

It was a truly memorable week here on campus, and we loved every moment of it. We hope to see everyone back on campus soon! 🐧

04/27/2026

🎭 Let’s give a standing ovation to our graduating theatre seniors! Over the past month, they’ve taken the stage one final time, delivering unforgettable performances in their senior recitals. 👏

Congratulations to all of our soon-to-be theatre graduates on completing your senior recitals and projects. We can’t wait to see where your passion and creativity take you next!

04/22/2026

🎭 What a spectacular run of “Kiss Me, Kate”, our final production of the semester! Bravo to the performers, stage crew, pit orchestra, and everyone who helped make this musical a success.👏

We are deeply grateful for the hard work behind every aspect of this production, from costumes and sets to music and lighting. This production would not have been possible without our dedicated faculty, students, musicians, creative professionals, and supportive community. ❤

(📸 First picture captured by Eric Ballard and Chloe Camacho)

04/17/2026

🎭 “Kiss Me, Kate” is lighting up the Ford Theater stage at YSU! This weekend is your chance to see this high-energy musical filled with romance, rivalry, and backstage chaos.

Remaining showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM. Tickets are available at the door and online at ysu.tix.com, and YSU student tickets are free with valid YSU ID. 🐧

Youngstown State University’s theater is closing its season with a winning production of a classic musical.

04/16/2026

Tonight is opening night for “Kiss Me, Kate”! 🎭 Get to know members of the cast as they share character deep dives and give exclusive insights into the magic behind the scenes.

You can see “Kiss Me, Kate” from April 16 – 19 at YSU's Ford Theater, and showtimes are Thursday – Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at ysu.tix.com, and YSU students get free tickets with valid YSU ID. 🐧

04/15/2026

🎭 Tomorrow is opening night for "Kiss Me, Kate" at YSU's Ford Theater! Come experience an unforgettable evening full of romance, comedy, and catchy musical numbers. 🎶

You can see “Kiss Me, Kate” from April 16-18 at 7:30 p.m. and April 19 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at ysu.tix.com, and YSU student tickets are free with valid YSU ID. 🐧

04/14/2026

The vibrant musical elements of "Kiss Me, Kate" came together during our recent sitzprobe rehearsal! 🎭🎶

During this collaborative rehearsal, the pit orchestra and performers focused on blending vocals and instrumentation into a cohesive sound that energizes the show.

You can see "Kiss Me, Kate" from April 16 - 19 inside YSU's Ford Theater. Showtimes are Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. ✨

Tickets are available at ysu.tix.com, and YSU students get free tickets with valid YSU ID. 🐧

04/10/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome YSU alum Kayla Boye, a Chicago-based performing artist, to our Theatre Practicum class! During her visit, she spoke to our students about her experiences and insights from working in the theatre industry. ✨

Kayla has performed in numerous productions at theaters across the country and is the writer of two one-woman shows, “Call Me Elizabeth” and “Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story”, which she will perform on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Playhouse. 👏

04/07/2026

🎭✨“Kiss Me, Kate” is coming to YSU’s Ford Theater, and our students and faculty are hard at work bringing the production to life!

Step into the whirlwind world of “Kiss Me, Kate” this April 16–19, 2026, at YSU’s Ford Theater in Bliss Hall. Showtimes are Thursday–Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at ysu.tix.com, and YSU student tickets are free with a valid student ID! 🐧