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Otterbein University

Beehive the 60s Musical
(7/12 - 7/21)
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Department of Theatre and Dance

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Westerville,Ohio 43081
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre with and Integrated Dance Minor

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design Technology

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Minor in Dance


At Otterbein, you will produce exceptional pieces of American theatre while learning from and working intensely with our experienced, professional artist-teachers and guest professional artists. You will learn the intricacies of the art form, while being exposed to critical networking and professional development opportunities, including working professionals in New York City and Los Angeles through our nationally-recognized internship program. We have created a program based on mutual respect, professionalism, laughter, and joy. If you’re prepared to flourish in a challenging and supportive artistic environment, Otterbein is the place for you.

Notable Alumni Include:

Andrew Betz, Kate Gosnell, Nathan Keen, Amanda Huxtable, Kolby Kindle, Justin Keller, Caroline Whetzel, Tina Scariano, Ben Hodges, Randy Adams, Dee Hoty




Faculty Info:

Thom Warren, Rebecca White, Patrick Stone, Mark “Coach” Mineart, Melissa Lusher, Lenny Leibowitz, Stella Kane, Robert Johnson, Lori Kay Harvey, T.J. Gerckens, Kristen Cooperkline, Clarence Davis, Eryn Kane, Elizabeth Saltzgiver, Tara Smith, Haley Williams.



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
The Heidi Chronicles
(2/10/22 - 2/19/22)
Otterbein University
A Lie of the Mind
(10/21/21 - 10/30/21)
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Into a Lamplit Room: the Songs of Kurt Weill in Rhode Island Into a Lamplit Room: the Songs of Kurt Weill
(3/18/21 - 3/21/21)
PHOTOS
CAST
Otterbein University Theatre & Dance
Chicago
(9/19/19 - 9/28/19)
Otterbein University Department of Theatre & Dance
BIG FISH
(9/20/18 - 9/29/18)
Otterbein University
MY FAIR LADY
(5/31/17 - 6/24/17)
Otterbein University
Damn Yankees in Rhode Island Damn Yankees
(3/30/17 - 4/8/17)
Otterbein University
Top Girls in Rhode Island Top Girls
(2/9/17 - 2/18/17)
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ADDAMS FAMILY
(9/22/16 - 10/1/16)
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