The 2017 season of Charles Sturt University (CSU) student theatre productions in Wagga Wagga will be launched on Thursday 27 April.Students enrolled in acting and design in the CSU School of Communication and Creative Industries will produce six plays for the University Theatre Ensemble (UTE) season at the CSU Riverina Playhouse in Wagga Wagga in coming months.Lecturer in design for theatre and television Ms Sophie Kurylowicz said, "These real-theatre-making experiences are important for our students as they prepare them to step into professional roles upon graduation."This is an exciting time for all involved as they are in the process of busily constructing sets, props and costumes as well as working in the rehearsal room to bring these shows to life."Also, for the first time this year we have collaborated with the graphic design students to design the season brochure. Third-year graphics students were set an assessable assignment to treat the UTE as a client, and create a brochure for our season of plays. We then chose one design that we wanted brought to life, and we're thrilled with the result."I encourage everyone to attend our productions. Details about how to buy tickets will be on the performance posters and in the brochure made available at the season launch."Our productions are of interest to local high school students who are keen to know more about what we do here in performing arts at Charles Sturt University."The Head of the School of Communication and Creative Industries, Dr Sue Wood, will host the launch at 7pm Thursday 27 April at the Riverina Playhouse in Cross Street, Wagga Wagga.