Program Recognition
•Named one of the nation's best BFA acting programs by OnStage Blog
•Only acting BFA program in Northeast Ohio
•Small class sizes with approximately 18-22 students enrolled per year
Training
•Faculty are practicing professionals with Cleveland area theaters
•Master classes with guest industry professionals including agents and directors
•Strong collaboration with nationally acclaimed BW music theatre program
Performance & Productions
•Partnership with Cleveland's Great Lakes Theater at Playhouse Square
•Work alongside professionals, understudy roles, earn equity points
•Audition opportunities with Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and Idaho Shakespeare Festival
•Expanded partnership with Near West Theatre offering January musical theatre production opportunities
•Senior Showcase presented live on campus and shared virtually with industry professionals nationwide
Verified Recent Class Sizes
•Class of 2029: 20 students
•Class of 2028: 29 students
