Program Recognition
•Combines a primary theatre concentration, business of the arts coursework, and a secondary arts concentration
•Theatre concentration includes acting, stage management, theatre history, Theatre As A Business, and internship coursework
•Secondary concentration options available in art, music, multimedia communication, or theatre
Performance & Productions
•Over 20 ensembles and 3 major productions annually
•Access to the 1,100-seat Sette LaVerghetta Center (Munley Theatre) and Black Box Theatre
Notable Alumni
•Jean Kerr ('43) - playwright of the Broadway hit Mary, Mary and bestselling author of Please Don't Eat the Daisies •Angela Sette LaVerghetta ('48) - esteemed music alumna and university trustee; the performing arts center bears her name
Professional Development
•Prepares graduates for arts administration roles in arts agencies, cultural organizations, arts education programs, and related business settings
•Internship in the arts is strongly encouraged
Value
•Ranked #14 Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report (2026)
•11:1 student-to-faculty ratio with personalized mentorship
