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Admissions
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required
Audition format
In-Person or Virtual

TRAINING
Five main stage productions per year (three theatre, two dance)
Up to six studio theatre/dance productions and informal performances
Advanced coursework in musical theatre including voice and dance
NOTABLE ALUMNI
Shanola Hampton (’98) — Veronica Fisher on Shameless (Showtime), lead role on Found (NBC)
Hannah Hustad (’16) — dance captain and performer on Norwegian Cruise Line (Rock of Ages, Jersey Boys); visited 30+ countries performing internationally
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Faculty have extensive professional experience in musical theatre
Graduates pursue careers with theatre companies, touring groups, and theme parks
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
Liberal arts-based B.A. encourages breadth of knowledge
Students select a complementary minor

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