Our graduates have mastered fundamental vocabulary and skills from all of the crafts of theatre, and thoroughly understand how these aspects work together to create rich, complex and unified works of art.

The cross-training provided by our Theatre Program fosters understanding of and respect for all of the artists involved in creating a live stage performance. We feel that our approach produces well-rounded theatre practitioners who will be effective at any level of production, from high school to Broadway and beyond. Our blend of classroom and experiential learning provides an ideal foundation for continued study in the discipline and arms our graduates with the confidence and experience to pursue a wide range of careers and academic pathways.

We value collaboration and high academic goals in the learning and teaching of theatre, while preparing students for the realities of a competitive profession.

Our students gain authentic practice in many aspects of theatre, including: acting, directing, dramaturgy and text analysis, stage management; scenic, costume, make-up, sound and lighting design; construction and fabrication of sets, props & costumes, wigs, make-up & prosthetics; wardrobe and running crew experience; as well as independent study, teaching assistantships, and internship opportunities with professional theatres and arts organizations.

Theatre Department Faculty & Staff

Our faculty includes specialists in theatrical design, history, text analysis, theatre education, performance, direction, voice and movement. The core faculty teach a wide range of courses within the theatre major as well as courses introducing theatre into the general education curriculum.

Faculty also serve as working artists in their areas of specialization, contributing their talents to performances and related activities on campus, in the community, and in professional theatre venues. Students in the department have ample opportunities to work closely with theatre faculty as fellow artists, advisors, and teachers.

The operation of the Theatre Department is reliant on the administrative and organizational contributions of our support staff, as well as the involvement of full and part-time faculty.