Master Classes Offer Self-Discovery Through the Arts
Each year CMU drama faculty teach a master class through the Excellence in Theatre Education Award.
CMU Alumnus Stephen Schwartz Receives Oscar Nomination for 'Wicked' Score
Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama alumnus Stephen Schwartz has earned his ninth Academy Award nomination, this time for the original score of the box office smash “Wicked,” based on the musical written by Schwartz and Winnie Holzman.
John Wells Brings the Drama Back to Pittsburgh in ‘The Pitt’
Carnegie Mellon students got a sneak peek at the set of “The Pitt,” the newest production from CMU alumnus and executive producer John Wells.
Ana Maria Pinto da Silva Named CMU College of Fine Arts School of Design Head
The College of Fine Arts at Carnegie Mellon University has named Ana Maria Pinto da Silva the new head of the School of Design. Pinto da Silva will begin her role on July 1.
Remembering Mel Shapiro
Carnegie Mellon University and its School of Drama honor the life and artistic contributions of alumnus and former Head of School Mel Shapiro.
‘Wicked’ Proves Quite ‘Popular’ at the Box Office
The film adaptation of "Wicked," with a score by Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama alumnus Stephen Schwartz, has already grossed $635 million worldwide.
Carnegie Mellon Students Collaborate on Experimental 'Auld Lang Syne' Project
Students from Carnegie Mellon University's exploded ensemble and visual art classes have collaborated to create an experimental rendition of the classic song "Auld Lang Syne."
Milton Rubén Laufer Will Join CMU College of Fine Arts as School of Music Head
Milton Rubén Laufer has been named the new head of the School of Music within the College of Fine Arts at Carnegie Mellon University. He will join the university in his new role beginning July 1, 2025.
Alumnus Ted Danson Nominee and Honoree for 82nd Golden Globe Awards
CMU alumnus Ted Danson earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy for his work in the new Netflix series “A Man on the Inside.”