James L. Highlander Theatre

First time free entry for UCM students into theatre shows

Written by Kaia Trujillo and Linda Alviar • November 22, 2023

The University of Central Missouri’s Department of Theatre and Dance allows free admission to students for this year’s productions. This is the first time in history that the department has allowed...

UCM Theatre and Dance presents "The Gift of the Magi"

Written by Aneliese Peeler • December 3, 2019

The University of Central Missouri is presenting a holiday production, “Gift of the Magi,” at the Highlander Theater this week. The production runs Thursday- Sunday, starting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday...

UCM Theatre and Dance presents "Top Secret Deer Daycare"

Written by Muleskinner Staff • October 19, 2019

UCM Theatre and Dance presents the world premiere production of Theatre for Young Audience's "Top Secret Deer Daycare." The production was originally going to run in the Highlander Theatre, but, due to...

Hairspray opens this week at Highlander Theatre

Written by Aneliese Peeler • October 1, 2019

The University of Central Missouri is bringing the 1960s to patrons through the production of “Hairspray” this week. The musical runs Thursday-Sunday at Highlander Theater at UCM. The show starts at...

‘August: Osage County’ comes to UCM

Written by Garrett Fuller • February 13, 2019

A tale of Midwestern family drama, the award-winning play “August: Osage County” is coming to the James L. Highlander Theatre Wednesday through Feb. 24. The play marks the directorial debut of theater...