Skip to main content
Public school10K
Central Michigan University logo

Central Michigan University

Test-Optional

Program

Concentration

Program snapshot

Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required
Audition format
In-Person or Virtual
Program profile
Selective12-24 Students

Training
Intensive training in acting technique, scene study, voice, movement, and directing
Study multiple acting methodologies with faculty who are working professionals
Directing opportunities in studio theatre and one-act festivals
Access to visiting guest artists — directors, actors, and choreographers from professional theatre
KCACTF participation with regular Certificates of Merit recognition
Performance & Productions
Perform in mainstage and studio productions starting first semester
Paid summer repertory theatre touring productions across Michigan
Notable Alumni
Jeff Daniels — Emmy winner (The Newsroom), Tony-nominated for To Kill a Mockingbird on Broadway, founded Purple Rose Theatre Company
Larry Joe Campbell — series regular on According to Jim (8 seasons), Wedding Crashers, Pacific Rim
Terry O'Quinn — Emmy winner for Lost, The West Wing

Updated 5h ago