Training
•Coursework in both directing (THRE 314 Principles of Play Directing, THRE 315 Advanced Directing) and stage management (THRE 272 Stage Management)
•Cooperative pre-professional program in association with Barter Theatre of Abingdon, Virginia — the nation's longest-running professional theatre
•Small liberal arts college environment with close faculty mentorship
•THRE 282 Barter Observationship included as a BFA core requirement
•THRE 480 Professional Theatre Experience (up to 6 credits) provides hands-on industry experience
•THRE 415 The Business of Theatre taught by industry professionals
Professional Development
•Emory & Henry Promise covers tuition cost for eligible Virginia students
•Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top regional university and best value school
•Alumni have gone on to work at Barter Theatre, Portland Playhouse, regional theatre, film, and Disney World
