Keith Martin , John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre and Dance, Retires
May 14, 2026
After more than five decades of extraordinary leadership in the arts, Keith Martin will retire from his role as the John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre at Appalachian State University. His career spans 50+ years, over 450 productions, and acclaimed work across theatre, dance,...
Marianne Adams, Theatre and Dance, Retires After 44 Years
May 13, 2026
We bid a fond farewell to Marianne Adams. Marianne has been teaching at Appalachian since 1982.
As a Dance Studies professor at Appalachian, she has created over thirty-five new courses in the curriculum, directed the dance program, and created the Dance Honors program.
Appalachian State University Professor Richard Elaver Receives Prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Advance AI Design Research in Belgium
Oct 8, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Richard Elaver, a Professor of Industrial Design at Appalachian State University, has been honored with a Fulbright U.S. Scholar...
September 29 - October 3 Week in Review
Oct 6, 2025
It was a busy week here in the College of Fine and Applied Arts, with multiple events throughout the week. Here is a brief recap with...
October 8: 2025 Community FEaST
Oct 6, 2025
App State Theatre and Dance Presents “Life Sucks.”: A Contemporary Work Based on Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya”
Sep 16, 2025
"A Play About Love and Longing"
by Keith Martin
First Year Showcase at App State Theatre and Dance Showcases the Talents of Their Newest Student Artists
Sep 11, 2025
Magic Carpet Ride Transports Participants to New Adventures!
by Keith Martin
