Fir Acres Theatre features two dynamic performance spaces a proscenium stage and a flexible Black Box as well as a scene shop, costume room, design lab, classroom, spacious Green Room, and all the supporting facilities necessary for a modern theatre. Theatre performances provide opportunities for majors and nonmajors alike to engage in challenging and high-quality theatre experiences as participants or audience members. Productions range from the best of the classics, to the most demanding contemporary plays, to innovative and experimental works. Because the study of theatre is a study of social history and philosophy, the production of plays makes a significant contribution to the discussion of ideas at the College. The major consists of coursework in classic and contemporary dramatic literature, acting, directing, theatre design, and dance.
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.