Behind the Scenes: Theatre and dance at Sewanee
This year, Sewanee’s Department of Theatre & Dance invites you behind the curtain for an exclusive look at its 2026–27 season. From Brightstar (Oct. 13) to the annual DanceWise performance (Nov. 11) and Imogen Says Nothing (Feb. 23), these productions showcase the range and rigor of Sewanee’s performing arts. You’ll tour the Tennessee Williams Center (yes, that Tennessee Williams), sit in on a working dress rehearsal, and enjoy dinner at McClurg Dining Hall. 

Register here for Oct. 13 - Brightstar 

Register here for Nov. 11 - DanceWise

Register here for Feb. 23 - Imogen Says Nothing 

Tentative Schedule
4:00 p.m.

Tennessee Williams Center Tour:

Enjoy a personal tour of the Tennessee Williams Center, home to Sewanee's Theatre & Dance department.
5:15 p.m.

Campus Tour:

Explore Sewanee's campus on a guided tour, and see firsthand why it's ranked among the most beautiful in the nation.
6:15 p.m.

Dinner at McClurg:

Enjoy your first taste of the Mountain at McClurg Dining Hall.
7:30 p.m.

Dress Rehearsal Viewing:

Take a seat for an exclusive dress rehearsal with our current production cast.

Please note The University of the South is located in the Central Time Zone.

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