Many students also participate in our growing playwriting program. Design offerings include courses in costuming, scene design, lighting and makeup. Dance offerings include stage movement, contemporary dance, and ballet. Majors are encouraged to participate regularly in all aspects of the production program. The development of creative and collaborative abilities are emphasized, as are writing and speaking skills.
Introductory courses are available to students with little or no theatre background.
Advanced classes are open to students that meet appropriate prerequisites. All theatre courses are limited to 20 students per section. Casting in major productions is open to all students, as is participation in the design and technical areas backstage. Nonmajors occasionally play lead roles or design or stage-manage productions. The theatre department practices a policy of color-blind casting based solely on ability.