Program Recognition
•Six areas of focus: Costume Design and Technology, Lighting Design and Technology, Scenic Design and Technology, Sound Design, Stage Management, and Technical Direction
•Hands-on production experience from day one — major production assignments every semester
•Nationally renowned faculty
Performance & Productions
•6 fully produced mainstage productions per year (musicals, plays, dance concert) plus black box and lab productions
•Paid professional work opportunities through West Virginia Public Theatre
•Capstone project: main stage production role tailored to your focus area
•Official ETC Beta Test Site — students use cutting-edge lighting technology before public release
Professional Development
•Semester portfolio reviews and dedicated career prep class
•USITT conference preparation and internship opportunities
•Member of University/Resident Theatre Association (URTA) — graduates have access to 45+ universities and regional theatres for graduate school consideration
•Student membership in Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) and U.S. Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT)
•Alumni working at Arena Stage, Alley Theatre, Busch Gardens, Harris Theatre for Music and Dance, and more
Facilities
•Industry-standard scene shop (4,000 sq ft, two levels) and fully equipped costume studio with 16+ commercial sewing machines
•Canady Creative Arts Center: 4 exhibition spaces, 5 performance spaces, 50+ classrooms and studios
Value
•Ohio residents eligible for in-state tuition through Ohio Tuition Reciprocity Agreement
