Student Anna Toaze sorts costumes in a drama storage room.Student Anna Toaze sorts costumes in a drama storage room.

School of Dramatic Art to showcase new production wing at today’s open house

The School of Dramatic Art will officially unveil the new production wing of its operation today by welcoming the campus community to a behind-the-scenes look at the spaces where staff and students now prepare for productions.

Tour the art production workrooms, classrooms and offices in the basement of Essex Hall this afternoon from 3 to 4 p.m.

Guests will have a chance to watch staff and students working on their upcoming University Players’ production of The Nerd.

Follow the signs and tour through the Costume, Paint, Props and Scene Building Shops. Don’t forget to peek into the costume and furniture storage areas.