WJR’s “Michigan Voices,” hosted by CHASS alum Marie Osbourne, recently featured Dean Jocelyn Boryczka and Gavin Rapuzzi (Performing Arts major, ’26) who discussed the grand opening of the Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre. Dean Jocelyn highlighted the vision behind the space, its role in fostering innovative performances, and significance for …
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company (DMTC) launched its inaugural production in the brand-new, state-of-the-art Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre with Twelfth Night, a sharp and lively adaptation by Marc Palmieri of Shakespeare’s comedy about disguise, love, and identity. This show kicks off the Company’s 55th Season and marks an exciting milestone …
The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company (DMTC) will launch its 55th season with a production of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, adapted by playwright Marc Palmieri. The production explores themes of mistaken identity, unrequited love, and the comedic twists of human relationships. Twelfth Night will open in the new Detroit Mercy …
The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company has been recognized by the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) National Awards Committee for its production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)[revised][again]. The show earned several national commendations: ● Distinguished Achievement in Audience Interaction – awarded to the full company for …
Join the Detroit Mercy Department of Performing Arts for an exciting performance of “Emerging Voices: Student Directing Showcase,” on Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m., in Reno Hall, Room 164. Students in the Winter 2025 Fundamentals of Directing class will present their works. This event features a dynamic array of …
The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company (DMTC) wraps up its 2024-25 season with The Grown Ups by Skylar Fox and Simon Henriques, running April 4-13 at the Marlene Boll Theatre inside the Boll Family YMCA in downtown Detroit. This production marks a significant moment in the Company’s history. This will be …
Celebrate CHASS with a special afterglow at the Detroit Mercy Theatre Company’s performance of The Grown Ups. The CHASS-sponsored afterglow will be a great way to continue the evening of theatre and community. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the arts and connect with fellow students and faculty. 📍 Saturday, …
This is your last weekend to experience The Glass Menagerie, brought to life by the Detroit Mercy Theatre Company, featuring students from CHASS. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of family, dreams, and the balance between reality and illusion. 📅 Dates: February 14, 15, 16, 2025 🕰️ Times: Friday & …
The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams presented by The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company. runs from February 7-9 and February 14-16 at the Marlene Boll Theatre in downtown Detroit. Directed by Joe Bailey, this American classic explores themes of memory, ambition, and the delicate balance between reality and illusion. Set in 1930s …
The CHASS Discover Detroit Series kicked off Winter 2025 by going to the historic Redford Theatre just down the road from UDM. CHASS faculty, staff, and students attended the classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers film Top Hat. History Prof. Greg Sumner led the CHASS group on an exciting tour …
