Congratulations to Musket, this year's winner of the Outstanding Achievement by a Student Organization in Musical Theatre Award!
Founded in 1908 as the Michigan Union Opera Company, MUSKET was once a small, all-male theatre troupe that specialized in presenting works written by University of Michigan students. Later realizing the irreverent nature of their gender limitations, the organization shifted its focus in 1956 to include students of all genders and changed their name to "Michigan Union Shows, Ko-Eds, Too", or MUSKET for short. With this shift also came a change in the organization's content - instead of producing student written operettas MUSKET began presenting Broadway-style musicals, a tradition that has lasted over 50 years.
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Congratulations to Not Even Really Drama Students (N.E.R.D.S.), this year's winner of the Outstanding Achievement by a Student Organization in Theatre Award! In 2016, a group of non-theatre students created NERDS as a way to continue their passion for musical theatre without the pressure or time commitment demanded of other groups on campus. Since then, NERDS has grown to over 80 active members who write, compose, direct, and perform original student work by our very own members. NERDS also focuses on uplifting traditionally underrepresented groups in musical theatre and creating a safe, welcoming, and accepting environment for all students with all levels of theatrical experience.
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Rude Mechanicals is a student-run theatre organization on the University of Michigan Campus that offers students of all majors an opportunity to work on a full-scale production. Founded in 1996 by two engineers, Michael Newberry and Christopher Ritchie, Rude Mechanicals has been producing a staged theatre production each semester. We promise to offer you a diverse season by producing a contemporary piece and a classic/period/Shakespeare piece.We want our audience members to see something unique when they walk into a theatre, to be taken to another world. The Rude Mechanicals offers you a chance to explore all aspects of theatre: acting, designing, lighting, costuming, scenic construction, marketing, run crew, and many more wonderful opportunities. Rudes wants to be an artistic outlet for everyone, regardless of your theatre experience.
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Touch of Blue (formerly known as BlueNote Vocal Ensemble) is comprised of musicians who have a strong desire to improve their overall musicianship through jazz and improvisational study and learn through peer-to-peer mentorship. Touch of Blue's mission is to inspire diverse audiences through the exploration and presentation of jazz-centric American vocal music, with a commitment to uplifting and celebrating this music through both improvisatory and more conventional performance modes.
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MUSIC Matters is a student-run non-profit organization that aims to use the unifying power of music to drive social impact in our community. At the heart of what we do is a love of music and philanthropy.
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The University of Michigan's first Irish Dance group was started in the winter of 2000 by a group of five students. Having been trained in Irish Dance at various levels, they sought to create an opportunity for others like them to continue dancing upon arriving at the University and to teach those who had never had the chance to do so before.The group has since progressed to a full-fledged performance group, gaining an official name and recognition both on and off campus. They put on an annual show which has been showcased at the Michigan Theater and the Mendelsohn Theater, along with various multicultural events around campus including Springfest, Cultural Connection, Taste of Culture, among others. But their performances aren't just limited to on-campus events. Leim Irish Dance has competed in intercollegiate Irish dance competitions against other teams across the country! Members have various ability levels ranging from years of training to those just having begun in college.
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The Jam Club is a student-run organization that aims to connect musicians at the University of Michigan through the art of improvisational jamming.The Club is open to all students who appreciate music of all kinds regardless of instrument and musical background.We hope to stimulate the formation of bands and connect people with the resources that they need to thrive musically. This is done in part through collaborations with Stamp Nation, Maize Collective, and Project Music.If you wish to contact us, feel free to send an email to jamclub.board@umich.edu
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We are a dance group that incorporates various (VeryUs) dance styles into our performances, such as K-Pop/J-Pop-/C-pop/American pop, cultural dances, and belly dancing. Our choreography is fun, upbeat, and easy to pick up for beginners. Feel free to contact us for performances or inquiries about joining.
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Founded in the Winter of 2009, Revolution is the Chinese Yoyo team at the University of Michigan. Blending the traditional pastime of Chinese Yoyo (diabolo) with modern music, we aim to promote Asian American Culture through the performing arts.
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The Ballroom Dance Club promotes social Ballroom and Latin dancing. No experience or partner required. Meets Sundays for beginner through advanced lessons and open dancing.
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