Lindsey Neely (Luke Moran) learns that surprising Ed Thomas (Jacen Yabroff), a first-year student at Charleston State Technical University and undisclosed Vietnam vet, can have unexpected consequences.

Hamilton's TELETYPE will open the 24-25 season!

Teletype, written by Wyat Hamilton, a 4th year NC State student in civil engineering, is the winner of the 2024 Creative Artist Award for theatre.

It’s autumn 1969 and a Charleston State Technical University journalism student decides to out campus fiscal mismanagement to the media. In the tumultuous academic year that follows, students and faculty wrestle not only with the challenges of the Vietnam War, the draft, the Kent State Massacre, but their own with the ethics of research, relationships, and obligations to themselves and their community.

"Teletype is a play about a lot of things and likewise inspired by many things. Perhaps the best summation is that it’s a play about loyalty. [At its foundation, Teletype] was inspired by the 2022-2023 academic year at NC State, with many tragedies that weighed heavy on students, and the institutional response that was found lacking. It is set in the 1969-1970 academic year due to the divisive nature of the times and challenges of the day. West Virginia was chosen because of the availability of information on student life and activities during the Vietnam War, mostly via a West Virginia University Library article on the topic. The injustices are based on real events, but the choices of the characters are a call to improve." — Wyat Hamilton

Tax Tips for Artists

Every single business transaction has a tax consequence. Tax laws are often complicated and navigating these rules can be daunting for small business owners, especially for creative entrepreneurs without a business background. This workshop will help provide individuals with some tax basics on federal income taxation to help them save money on taxes and avoid tax surprises at year end.

Instructor — Christina Lewellen, CPA, Ph.D.
Friday, October 4 | 2:00-3:00pm
Thompson Hall

Cosplay 101 - How to Use EVA Foam

In this class you will learn how to work with EVA foam - an inexpensive, sturdy, and easy-to-use craft foam used in cosplay, theatre, and other costume-related applications. We will go over some of the different types of materials available, tools to use, how to cut, stack, sculpt, and etch your pieces to create exciting EVA pieces for your next costume project. 

Free Registration
Saturday, October 5 | 1:00pm
Thompson Hall 

NC playwrights, theatre artists, and community!  Sips & Scripts invites you to join us every first Monday of every even month for an exciting evening of six public stage script presentations, cold readings, and critique, hosted by NC State University Theatre!  We are a platform that supports and promotes original works, written by North Carolina playwrights. Come and attend to hear your new play read, or lend your voice to read as a character, or simply hear what new stories playwrights are creating and provide any feedback.

Sips & Scripts readings are free and open to all! Tickets are not required. Seating for this event is on a first come basis.

Monday, October 7 | 6:00pm
Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theatre, Thompson Hall

Costume Crafting Night

Create with company! University Theatre will open up the costume shop for students and the community to work on their personal projects. Whether it's knitting, crocheting, sewing, drawing, painting, scrapbooking, or anything else creative! This is the perfect opportunity to unleash your creativity and connect with fellow craft enthusiasts.

Free Registration
Wednesday, October 9 | 7:00PM
Thompson Hall

In this yearly tradition, talented NC State students will perform scenes and excerpts from books that have been banned and challenged. Come share our love of the right to read and the freedom found in books. This program is a collaboration between NC State University Libraries and University Theatre. Admission is free!

Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 7:30PM
Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theatre, Thompson Hall

Makeup Workshop: Zombies, bruises, and gore - oh my!

This hands-on workshop will show you the basics of zombie and horror special effects makeup. We’ll play with liquid latex, stage blood, creme makeup, and more to create some horrific looks you can use for Halloween! 

Free Registration
Saturday, October 12 | 1:00PM
Thompson Hall

Step into a future transformed... 

Mr. Burns takes you on a wild ride through a post-apocalyptic world where fragments of pop culture, specifically episodes of The Simpsons, become the foundation for a new society. This darkly funny and thought-provoking play explores themes of memory, community, and the enduring power of storytelling. Get your tickets today!

November 1 submission deadline fast approaching

The Creative Artist Award for theatre recognizes an original one-act play written by an NC State student. The winner receives $500 and their winning play will be workshopped and presented the following year as a part of the University Theatre Studio Series.

Opportunities for inspiration

1. Sign up to attend the October 25 Preparing the Playwright workshop facilitated by former Piedmont Laureate, Tamara Kissane.

2. See Wyat Hamilton's TELETYPE, opening this Thursday, Oct. 3-6 in Thompson Hall.

3. Co-work and be in the same space as the LEGENDARY Suzan-Lori Parks and other playwrights at this free watch me work session that happens on Mondays.

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