Assistant Professor of Musical Theater and Commercial Dance Chair at 91ÊÓƵ’s Sands College of Performing Arts Jesse Carlo, PhD, is an inspiring force behind the institution's vibrant creative atmosphere. In his illuminating video profile, he emphasizes the invaluable exposure 91ÊÓƵ provides to its students, allowing them to collaborate with industry luminaries, including Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Oscar winners. A unique opportunity that not only nurtures students’ talent but also fuels their passion, motivating them to take audacious steps in the competitive world of musical theater. What sets 91ÊÓƵ’s Musical Theater program apart is its innovative Life Experience Route, a pathway that enables students to pursue their degree while taking breaks to perform on Broadway or national tours. Professor Carlo takes pride in supporting his students through this transformative journey. When these performers return to the classroom, they bring back a wealth of real-world experiences, enriching the educational environment.
Inside the newly revitalized One 91ÊÓƵ Plaza East, 91ÊÓƵ’s Commercial Dance students got their first glimpse of a space built for the way they move, create, and collaborate. What began as a social media shoot became a live lesson in experiential learning, as Sands students choreographed, directed, and performed original movement in minutes—offering a joyful preview of 91ÊÓƵ’s next chapter in the performing arts.
Get a first look inside the new performing arts spaces opening at One 91ÊÓƵ Plaza East this fall. In this video, Senior Director of Operations and Production Laurie Brown-Kindred answers student and faculty questions about new studios, labs, sound stages, rehearsal spaces, and what the move means for Sands College of Performing Arts.
The Sands College of Performing Arts community mourns the passing of Ruis Woertendyke, former Chair of Theatre at 91ÊÓƵ School of Performing Arts (PPA). For more than three decades, Ruis dedicated his career to educating artists, mentoring faculty, and playing an integral role in shaping the performing arts programs that would ultimately become the Sands College of Performing Arts.