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Program

BA Theatre

Program snapshot

Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

TRAINING
Small class sizes with individual attention from dedicated, experienced faculty
Training in acting, design, directing, creative dramatics, and technical theatre
Even first-year students may be cast in major roles or serve as stage manager — no "paying dues" hierarchy
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
Three main-season productions per year plus a Theatre for Young Audiences touring show
Theatre of New Voices — a new play festival featuring original student work
Repertoire ranges from Shakespeare to contemporary drama to Broadway musicals
FACILITIES
Frances B. Doré Theatre — 495-seat proscenium auditorium
The Arena — black box theatre for intimate productions
On-site scenery and costume shops and design lab
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
Solid foundation in theatre history, literature, and script analysis prepares students for graduate study
Minors available in Theatre, Theatre Technology, and Theatre for Youth

Updated Apr 23, 12:52 AM