J David Branson

Assistant Professor of Performing Arts-Musical Theatre

We're looking for a new colleague who will teach foundational and upper-level musical theatre courses, supervise capstone projects, and work with colleagues on curricular and school innovations aligned with the professional field of performing arts with a focus on inclusive excellence. Could that be you? If so, check out the full position descrition and apply.

Wichita State University - Theatre Technology - Scene Design

Guest Artist: J. DAVID BRANSON

Photo of J. David Branson. The WSU Theatre Program has been honored to host Alum and Scene Designer J. David Branson on several occasions. Most recently he created the set for the April 2015 opera "Cold Sassy Tree". Previously he has been the guest scenic designer for "Street Scene" in 2009, and "Hansel & Gretel" in 2004,

Now a resident of Chicago, Branson’s designs have been seen at Second City, Music Theatre of Wichita, Denver Theatre Center and Big League Theatricals. His national-tour credits include Beauty and the Beast, Brigadoon and The Music Man, and original productions include Shockwave (Disney), Jungle Man and A Tale of Two Cities. Additional Chicago-area productions include Stardust (Griffin Theatre), Company (Pegasus Players) and The Wizard of Oz (for which he received an After Dark Award). Regional credits include Thoroughly Modern Millie, Smokey Joe's Café, Jekyll and Hyde, and Chess. Branson has an array of industrial design credits and has received three National Addy Awards