Program Recognition
•One of the first accredited theatre programs in the nation
•Montana Repertory Theatre — professional Equity touring company in residence
Training
•Fully interdisciplinary degree drawing on strengths of the Dance, Music, and Acting programs
•Partnership between School of Music and School of Theatre and Dance
•Courses in acting, singing, and dance every semester
•Specialized musical theatre classes in auditioning, duet performance, and ensemble work
•One-on-one voice lessons blending classical technique with contemporary commercial music styles
•Comprehensive training in musical theatre styles, modern, jazz, tap, ballet, and choreography
Notable Alumni
•David Errigo Jr. — Emmy-nominated voice actor known as Ferb Fletcher in Phineas and Ferb; BA Theatre from UM, began career in musical theatre regionally and on Broadway before transitioning to voice acting •Kendra Mylnechuk Potter — indigenous playwright and actor; wrote Can't Drink Salt Water for Montana Repertory Theatre; credits at Oregon Shakespeare Festival, La Jolla Playhouse, The Old Globe, and The Guthrie Theater 
