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