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Roanoke College

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Program

BA Theatre

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program

BA Theatre

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BA Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) nominations

Citizen Artist Award from KCACTF for production of "Mac Beth"

Students advance to compete nationally at American College Theater Festival

Training

Theatre Roanoke College (TRC) produces three mainstage shows per year, from classics to contemporary musicals

Students work both onstage and backstage starting freshman year

Three curricular areas: Performance, Production & Design, and History & Literature

Roanoke houses the Gamma Psi chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the national theatre honor fraternity, recognizing students for their dedication to TRC

Artists-in-residence include Doug Berky, Louis Colaianni, The New Yorkers, American Shakespeare Center, and The Living Theatre

Professional Development

Internship opportunities with professional theatres including Barter Theatre

Graduates work as actors, stage managers, directors, costumers, and production managers

Alumni pursue graduate studies at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Florida State University, Virginia Tech, and others

Study Abroad

May Term travel course: Contemporary British Theatre (London)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

1.8K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,628

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$56,974

Before aid

Average net price

$24,503

After aid

Tuition And Fees · roanoke.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 1:54 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) nominations

Citizen Artist Award from KCACTF for production of "Mac Beth"

Students advance to compete nationally at American College Theater Festival

Training

Theatre Roanoke College (TRC) produces three mainstage shows per year, from classics to contemporary musicals

Students work both onstage and backstage starting freshman year

Three curricular areas: Performance, Production & Design, and History & Literature

Roanoke houses the Gamma Psi chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the national theatre honor fraternity, recognizing students for their dedication to TRC

Artists-in-residence include Doug Berky, Louis Colaianni, The New Yorkers, American Shakespeare Center, and The Living Theatre

Professional Development

Internship opportunities with professional theatres including Barter Theatre

Graduates work as actors, stage managers, directors, costumers, and production managers

Alumni pursue graduate studies at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Florida State University, Virginia Tech, and others

Study Abroad

May Term travel course: Contemporary British Theatre (London)

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) nominations

Citizen Artist Award from KCACTF for production of "Mac Beth"

Students advance to compete nationally at American College Theater Festival

Training

Theatre Roanoke College (TRC) produces three mainstage shows per year, from classics to contemporary musicals

Students work both onstage and backstage starting freshman year

Three curricular areas: Performance, Production & Design, and History & Literature

Roanoke houses the Gamma Psi chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the national theatre honor fraternity, recognizing students for their dedication to TRC

Artists-in-residence include Doug Berky, Louis Colaianni, The New Yorkers, American Shakespeare Center, and The Living Theatre

Professional Development

Internship opportunities with professional theatres including Barter Theatre

Graduates work as actors, stage managers, directors, costumers, and production managers

Alumni pursue graduate studies at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Florida State University, Virginia Tech, and others

Study Abroad

May Term travel course: Contemporary British Theatre (London)

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Deadline

Early Decision (binding)Nov 1, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionMar 15, 2027

How To Apply · roanoke.edu

Scholarship Interview and Portfolio Requirements

Optional interview and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Resume (Theatre Scholarship)

One-page resume listing plays worked on and role/capacity

Statement (Theatre Scholarship)

250-word statement addressing motives for making theatre and goals for theatre at Roanoke College

Portfolio (Theatre Scholarship)

Submit 4-6 images of headshots, production photos, or work demonstrating range of technical skills, in 4x6 jpeg format at approximately 300 dpi

Label each image with play title, place of performance, and date of creation

Theatre · roanoke.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Admission

Apply via Common App or the Roanoke College website

No separate program application required

Free to apply (no application fee)

Program Structure

Located in the School of Communication, Culture, and the Arts

Theatre Arts Education sequence available for students pursuing teacher licensure (through the Education major)

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission to the BA Theatre program is through the university admissions process

No audition, portfolio, or interview required for program entry

Contact Dr. Nelson Barre at barre@roanoke.edu for program inquiries

Scholarship Info

Theatre Scholarship

Merit award up to $2,500 per year for students interested in theatre, renewable annually pending review by the theatre arts faculty

Application requires a one-page resume listing plays worked on and role, a 250-word statement on theatre goals, and 4-6 images of headshots or production photos

Personal interview with a theatre faculty member required (video interview available for applicants unable to attend in person)

Application typically due by March 15

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

1.8K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,628

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$56,974

Before aid

Average net price

$24,503

After aid

Tuition And Fees · roanoke.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) nominations

Citizen Artist Award from KCACTF for production of "Mac Beth"

Students advance to compete nationally at American College Theater Festival

Training

Theatre Roanoke College (TRC) produces three mainstage shows per year, from classics to contemporary musicals

Students work both onstage and backstage starting freshman year

Three curricular areas: Performance, Production & Design, and History & Literature

Roanoke houses the Gamma Psi chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the national theatre honor fraternity, recognizing students for their dedication to TRC

Artists-in-residence include Doug Berky, Louis Colaianni, The New Yorkers, American Shakespeare Center, and The Living Theatre

Professional Development

Internship opportunities with professional theatres including Barter Theatre

Graduates work as actors, stage managers, directors, costumers, and production managers

Alumni pursue graduate studies at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Florida State University, Virginia Tech, and others

Study Abroad

May Term travel course: Contemporary British Theatre (London)

Updated Aug 27, 1:54 AM