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Ashland,Ohio 44805
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Minor in Theatre


Welcome to the Department of Theatre at Ashland University. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre offers a well-rounded education in theatre, allowing you the freedom to explore your options before choosing an area of specialization. An 18-credit minor in Theatre is also available. With opportunities to apply classroom learning to our production schedule, you will broaden your knowledge and refine your skills in your field of concentration.

Faculty Info:

Ron Blackley(Chair, Departments of Music and Theatre, Professor of Music), Dr. Teresa Durbin-Ames (Artistic Director), Joanna Riffle (Administrative Assistant)



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
The Odd Couple, Female Version
(4/1/20 - 4/5/20)
Ashland University Studio Theatre
MAMMA MIA! in Broadway MAMMA MIA!
(2/14/20 - 2/22/20)
ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
An Enemy of the People (Miller)
(10/11/19 - 10/19/19)
Ashland University
LITTLE WOMEN in Broadway LITTLE WOMEN
(11/2/18 - 11/10/18)
ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
SEUSSICAL
(2/16/18 - 2/24/18)
ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
(2/14/14 - 2/22/14)
ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
(2/22/13 - 3/2/13)
ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
Whistle Down the Wind in Broadway Whistle Down the Wind
(10/28/11 - 11/5/11)
Ashland University
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