Stories

The first time Michael Skinner stepped into the theatre, he said it felt like home. After 31 years in TCU’s Department of Theatre, he is retiring and reflecting on his dynamic career in the College of Fine Arts.

For Meghan Bailey ’25, an Andrews Scholar in the John V. Roach Honors College and recipient of the Sullivan Excellence in the Arts Award, dance is more than movement — it’s a transformative journey that has shaped her artistry and career.

Corey Trahan, director of the opera studio and instructor II of voice, has been chosen to join the esteemed faculty at the Tokyo Opera Studio in Japan and the Trentino Music Festival in Italy this summer.

As “The Great Gatsby” marks its 100th anniversary, the Roaring Twenties remain a defining era in fashion history. From flapper dresses to Art Deco elegance, the novel’s influence on style endures. We spoke with Stephanie Bailey, senior instructor of fashion merchandising, about how fashion shapes storytelling and why Gatsby’s aesthetic continues to inspire designers and consumers a century later.

“Time, talent or treasure.” Often said by Scott Sullivan, former dean of the College of Fine Arts, the phrase has become integral to the college’s Board of Visitors (BOV) and its endeavors to ensure the college leaves a lasting impact on the TCU campus and beyond.

For 50 years, the TCU Music Preparatory Division has shaped the musical journeys of countless students, from young beginners to lifelong learners. What began in a small house on Princeton Street in 1975 has grown into a thriving program housed in Ed Landreth Hall, serving the Fort Worth community and beyond. As the division reaches this milestone anniversary, Director Lori Christ reflects on its rich history, lasting impact and bright future.