School of Theatre & Dance
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College Day
School of Theatre & Dance College Day
Monday, October 12, 2026 & Monday, March 22, 2027
Spend a day in the life of a Texas Tech Theatre & Dance student!
High school students interested in pursuing a major or minor in theatre or dance are invited to experience our programs firsthand by observing and/or participating in classes, meeting faculty, and connecting with current students.
Explore our state-of-the-art facilities, discover degree opportunities, and get a feel for life on the beautiful Texas Tech campus. Register today for SOTD College Day and take center stage in your future!
SOTD COLLEGE DAY | OCTOBER 12
The Fall offers a unique opportunity:
College Day + Texas Tech Preview = the ultimate Texas Tech visit!
Attend one or both events and mix and match activities to create your perfect Red Raider experience. Learn more about Texas Tech Preview.
Please note: Texas Tech Preview requires a separate registration. If you attend Preview events, be sure to drop by the Charles E. Maedgen, Jr. Theatre and/or the Creative Movement Studio (CMS) check-in tables so we can meet you, answer your questions, and share information about our programs.
We can’t wait to welcome you on October 12!
THEATRE SCHEDULE
Charles E. Maedgen, Jr. Theatre (2812 18th St.)
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Time |
Class or Activity |
Location |
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8:30am-9:00am |
Check In |
Maedgen Atrium Lobby |
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9:00am-9:20am |
Meet & Greet with Theatre Faculty; Introduction of Area Heads & Theatre Programs |
Maedgen Atrium Lobby |
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9:30am-10:50am |
Voice for the Actor (R. Hirshorn-Johnston) |
Maedgen 267 |
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Elements of Design (M. Strickland) |
MDG 156 – CADD Lab |
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Costume Crafts Demo: Leather Working (C. Trautman) |
MDG 110 Costume Shop |
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Movement for the Performer (Dr. Johnson) |
Maedgen 167 |
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Script Analysis (Dr. Gulden) |
Maedgen 269 |
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10am-10:50am |
Building tour with USITT Student Chapter |
Meet in Maedgen Lobby |
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11am-12:20pm |
Theatre Appreciation (Dr. McFerren II) |
Maedgen 240 |
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11am-1:50pm |
Costume Design (M. Prucha) |
MDG 110 Costume Shop |
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12:30pm-1:50pm |
Drafting (J. Conner) |
MDG 156 – CADD Lab |
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Principles of Acting (J. Rapp) |
Maedgen 167 |
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2:00pm-3:20pm |
Theatre in the Community (Dr. Janardhan & A. Wright) |
Maedgen 240 |
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Acting Period Styles (Dr. Johnson) |
Maedgen 167 |
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Theatre Performance Degree track overview and Open Q & A with Rachel Hirshorn-Johnston |
Maedgen 242 |
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3:30pm-4:30pm |
Design Portfolio Review and Individual Student Meetings (Design faculty) |
MDG 156 – CADD Lab |
DANCE SCHEDULE
Creative Movement Studio (801 Akron Ave.)
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Time |
Class or Activity |
Location |
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8:30am-9:00am |
Check In |
Creative Movement Studio (CMS) Lobby |
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9:00am-9:20am |
Meet & Greet with Dance Faculty; Dance Degree Overview and Open Q&A (Head of Dance, Kyla Olson) |
CMS 108 |
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9:30am-10:50am |
Advanced Contemporary (M. Brading) |
CMS 101 |
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Intermediate Contemporary (K. Soricelli) |
CMS 110 |
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11am-12:20pm |
Intermediate Hip-Hop (A. Denaro) |
CMS 101 |
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12:30pm-1:50pm |
First Year Seminar in Dance (K. Olson) |
CMS 108 |
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2:00pm-3:20pm |
Improvisation (A. Denaro) |
CMS 101 |
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Optional Tour of the Theatre & Dance Complex |
Walk from CMS to Maedgen |
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3:30pm-4:50pm |
Tap (E. Alvarado) |
CMS 110 |
WHAT TO BRING
Attire for Dance Technique Classes: If you plan to participate in our dance technique classes, please wear dance attire you can move in. We recommend bare feet or socks for contemporary, low-tread sneakers or socks for hip-hop, and tap shoes for tap technique classes. We recommend comfortable shoes to wear while walking on campus.
Design/Technology-Interested Students: Please bring a copy of your resume and be ready to share your online portfolios with design faculty if your intent is to interview for the BFA Design/Technology Program. The Design Area is also happy to provide you with advice on improving these materials, should you be at the beginning of your college search.
Parking
Register your vehicle ahead of time (link below) to park on campus for the event:
- Parking Registration (available Oct 2026)
The attendants at the entry gate on Broadway can direct you to visitor parking.
For weekday visits to campus, please follow all posted parking signage. Specially marked spaces, including handicap spaces, are enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Location
The Charles E. Maedgen, Jr. Theatre is located at 2812 18th Street, between Boston Ave. and Flint Ave.
The Creative Movement Studio (CMS) is on the corner of Akron Avenue and 8th Street/Glenna Goodacre Ave (1395 Akron Avenue).
School of Theatre & Dance
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Address
Texas Tech University, School of Theatre and Dance, Box 42061, 2812 18th Street, Lubbock, TX 79409-2061 -
Phone
806.742.3601 -
Email
theatre.dance@ttu.edu