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Central College

Theatre Department

Theatre Department

812 University Street
Pella, Iowa 50219
641.628.5234
admission@central.edu

Degrees offered

Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre (Acting/Directing)
Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre (Design/Tech)

About the program

The Central College theatre program is designed to make available a broad and comprehensive exposure to the theatre arts. Intellectual and artistic developments are carefully balanced within a production-oriented atmosphere. A variety of courses are offered including acting, directing, history, literature, Arts Management, stagecraft, design and technical production. Independent study is encouraged and students have the opportunity to earn credits while working on their craft under close mentorship by faculty and staff.

Acceptance rate

Central College's overall acceptance rate is 79%.

Faculty

Charles Adamson, Ronald Rybkowski, Kate Kanne Smith, Mary Jo Sodd.

Full Cast Set for INTO THE WOODS at Cape Playhouse

Full Cast Set for INTO THE WOODS at Cape Playhouse

by Stephi Wild — June 15, 2026

The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for INTO THE WOODS, led by Javier Muñoz as Baker, with Nick Adams, Alex Finke, Pearl Sun, and others in the Sondheim-Lapine classic.

Student Blog: Shifting The Spotlight

Student Blog: Shifting The Spotlight

by Student Blogger: Nicolette Clivio — April 30, 2026

As artists, I think it’s so important to show up for each other in all the ways we can, especially in a world where it often feels like art is becoming more commercialized and artificial in many ways.

Past student productions

Past student productions at Central College
Show Dates Theater
8/22 – 8/23/2025 Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center

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