Features
What Does Creative Research Look Like in the Arts?
College of Fine Arts undergraduates incorporate research into their scholarship and creative practice
by Nathan Cutietta, Danni Bens, Gabrielle Hernandez and Sydney Pattillo
From Silence to Sound
Philanthropic support breathes new life into pipe organ in Bates Recital Hall and Organ program in Butler School of Music
by Esther Robards-Forbes
Sacred Calling, Serious Career
As demand continues for organists, choir directors and worship musicians, sacred music provides flexible career pathway for Butler School of Music alumni
by Esther Robards-Forbes
Maya for the Masses
Professor David Stuart’s new book brings Maya history to life for non-academic audiences
Wired for Rhythm
A yearlong collaboration between a Dance faculty member and Cockrell School of Engineering professor yields a unique performance, combining dance with next-generation sensing capabilities
by Nat Levy
Wordplay, the Medieval Way
Design, AET faculty members team up to create mobile word game Dropcaps
by Gaby Hernandez
The Next Act in Learning
As Drama for Schools turns 20, model evolves as students now help co-design curriculum with their teachers to improve learning outcomes
by Esther Robards-Forbes
Moving Mountains
Rude Mechanicals, theatre company in residence, revisits and refines devised theatre work Not Every Mountain
by Alicia Dietrich
News
ON THE BOOKSHELF
Faculty publications from 2025–26
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In February, Texas Performing Arts hosted the national tour of The Sound of Music as part of the Broadway in Austin series. While in town, the young cast members toured Bass Concert Hall, where they had a behind-the-scenes look at the original backdrop from the 1965 Sound of Music film.
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Student Spotlight: Graduate student brings Selena’s iconic costumes back to the stage
