Spotlight Series at É«×ۺϾþà Mercy Black Box Theatre

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The inaugural year of this series in the É«×ۺϾþà Mercy Black Box Theatre celebrates the vibrancy of the campus community through poetry readings, performances, lectures and interdisciplinary events. We invite all to gather in a shared space for community and conversation.

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    Homecoming Improv Show

    Sept. 26, 2026

    Celebrate UDM’s Homecoming with a hilarious improv show featuring both É«×ۺϾþà Mercy Theatre Company students and alumni.  Sponsored by É«×ۺϾþà Mercy Theatre Company.
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    TheatreLab: The Basics of Puppetry

    October 13, 2026

    Join award-winning puppeteer and UDM faculty Preston Foerder to learn about the basics of puppetry in this interactive workshop. Sponsored by É«×ۺϾþà Mercy Theatre Company.
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    Poet-in-Residence Michael Lauchlan

    November 17, 2026

    Join UDM’s Poet-in-Residence for a reading and launch of his upcoming book, “Running Lights."  Sponsored by the English Department. 
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    One Poem Lecture Series

    February 11, 2027

    Sponsored by the English Department.