Training
•Bullet: Multidisciplinary drama curriculum spanning theater-making, dramatic literature, theater history, performance studies, design, dramaturgy, acting, directing, playwriting, stage management, and technical theater
•Bullet: Theory and practice are treated as inseparable, with the Experimental Theater functioning as a laboratory for curricular production work
•Bullet: Drama 102 and 103 introduce theater-making, collaboration, stagecraft, design, and technical elements before upper-level specialization
•Bullet: Majors complete a full-year sequence on sources of world drama and at least two 300-level courses in dramatic literature, theater history, or performance studies
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Department produces 6-8 productions annually, with opportunities in acting, directing, stage management, design, dramaturgy, technical theater, costume construction, set and prop building, lighting, and rigging
•Bullet: Production assignments earn credit through courses including DRA 200, DRA 390, and DRA 391
•Bullet: Steerman New Play Series and guest artist programming add new-work and professional-practice exposure
•Bullet: Vassar College Ticket Fund helps students attend Broadway and regional theatrical performances
Notable Alumni
•Bullet: Meryl Streep '71 — three-time Academy Award winner and Vassar Drama major •Bullet: Ethan Slater '14 — Tony-nominated Broadway performer and Wicked film actor •Bullet: Lilli Cooper '12 — Tony-nominated Broadway performer and actor Professional Development
•Bullet: Senior Project in Drama lets students complete significant projects in dramatic literature, theater history, performance studies, acting, directing, design, or playwriting, paired with substantial research writing
•Bullet: Juniors may apply to complete a senior thesis in production after successful completion of prerequisite track work
•Bullet: Course and production instructors continually evaluate students' development in theatrical skills across the curriculum
Facilities
•Bullet: Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film houses the department's classroom and production spaces
•Bullet: Facilities include Martel Theater, Powerhouse Theater, Streep Studio, costume and scene shops, and a historical costume collection
Study Abroad
•Bullet: Students who study abroad in drama may generally count 2 credits as elective credits with department pre-approval
Degree Flexibility
•Bullet: The Drama Department does not require a graduation track, giving majors significant agency in shaping their course of study
•Bullet: Electives may include upper-level work in Drama, Film, or Dance, supporting broad liberal arts exploration across performance disciplines
