Program Recognition
•Bullet: One of nation's Top 30 theatre programs
•Bullet: #1 undergraduate theatre program in Missouri
•Bullet: Located on arts-only River Campus overlooking Mississippi River
Training
•Bullet: Professional training for non-musical acting career in theatre, television, and film
•Bullet: Certification in Stage Combat: 3 levels plus annual Dueling Arts International summer residency
•Bullet: Individual feedback on training, academics, and career development
Notable Alumni
•Bullet: Tim Nicolai (2005) — The Glass Menagerie on Broadway, Shakespeare in the Park (Othello) at The Public Theater, now Dobbins Conservatory faculty •Bullet: Andrew Tebo (2008) — Mamma Mia, A Christmas Carol, and The Fantasticks national tours •Bullet: Nick Cutelli (2006) — professional actor and comedy studio owner in Los Angeles •Bullet: Emily Wilson Reeves (2005) — Stage Manager at Cirque du Soleil (Beatles LOVE, "O")
Professional Development
•Bullet: Los Angeles or NYC Showcase with Actors Connection (LA) or The CRY HAVOC Company (NYC)
•Bullet: Professional auditions across the country
•Bullet: Guest artists program with master classes and residencies
•Bullet: World premiere productions including collaborations with Tony, Oscar, and Emmy-winners
•Bullet: Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival with guest artists
•Bullet: Fault Line Film Festival: act in student films as part of nationwide festival
Study Abroad
•Bullet: Study abroad at NSKI University College in Oslo, Norway (only institution in Scandinavia to teach Method Acting at degree level)
•Bullet: Required internship through summer intensive programs and professional employment
Verified Recent Class Sizes
•Bullet: Class of 2030: 6 students
