Program Recognition
•Bullet: Flexible, individualized path designed for multi-hyphenate artists (director-dramaturg, playwright-deviser, producer-actor, stage manager-producer, teaching artist-theatre maker)
•Bullet: Students design their own plan of study in close collaboration with an advisor
•Bullet: Senior capstone project showcasing development of skills and unique artistic voice
Training
•Bullet: Courses in psychology, art, history, music, political science, human rights, communications, and digital media alongside theatre
•Bullet: Especially valued by students pursuing a minor, double major, or dual degree
•Bullet: Skills in critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and effective communication — highly transferable
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Extensive production experience through Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT)
•Bullet: Opportunities for stage managers, assistant directors, dramaturgs, and creative leadership roles
•Bullet: Students direct and produce original work in student-led projects
•Bullet: May audition for CRT and student productions, and can apply as assistant designers
Notable Alumni
•Bullet: Jean Marie Keevins (BA '99) — Emmy-nominated creative executive; puppet supervisor on Apple TV+ Helpsters •Bullet: Ron Palillo ('72) — Horshack in Welcome Back, Kotter