Theatre Department

Ky Trupp, MFA

Ky Trupp, MFA

Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts – Scenic Design and Technical Director. Ky was born and raised in Ashton, Idaho, where his background in potato farming somehow sprouted into a passion for theatre and a desire to become an educator. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Theatre Education from BYU-Idaho, Ky pursued graduate studies at Utah State University, where he earned an MFA in Scenic Design and Technical Direction.

Ky has worked on a wide range of productions, with extensive experience as both a scenic designer and technical director. His professional work includes collaborations with Blackfoot Community Players, Utah State University Theatre, USU Opera, the Lyric Repertory Company, Idaho State University, the University of Southern Mississippi, and the Tony Award-winning Utah Shakespeare Festival.

Outside of theatre, Ky enjoys LEGO building, skiing, baking, and movie nights with his wife, Alison, and their four children.

Education

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)- Scenic Design & Technical Direction

  • Utah State University, Utah

Bachelor of Science (BS) – in Secondary Theatre Education

Licence as a Secondary Teacher in Idaho & other states

  • Brigham Young University, Idaho
Professional Website

Courses

  • THEA 2210- Scene Design I (FA Evens)
  • THEA 4410- Scene Design II (SP Odds)
  • THEA 3260– Scene Painting (SP Evens)
  • THEA 4660- Study of Period Styles & Decor (FA Odds)
  • THEA 1023- Understanding Film (FA, SP & SU)
  • THEA 2170R & 4170R- Theatre Workshop: Sets (FA & SP)
Theatre Course Catalog

Professional Interests

  • Deep passion for storytelling through visual design & craftsmanship
  • Teach paint techniques and foam carving
  • Period Styles and Historic Interiors
  • Advanced Drafting
  • Technical Direction processes

Office Hours

To better accommodate all students and ensure everyone receives the time and attention they need, please stop by my office during the listed office hours below.

If you need to meet outside of office hours, please email me at ky.trupp@utahtech.edu to schedule a time.

Sunday

  • Closed.

Monday

  • 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Tuesday

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Wednesday

  • Closed.

Thursday

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Friday

  • Closed.

Saturday

  • Closed.

Contact

Ky Trupp, MFA

Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts - Scenic Design and Technical Director

Email: ky.trupp@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-652-7725

Office: Graff 017