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Bachelor of Arts in Theater

Minor in Theatre


The University Theater Program is part of the Department of English, and offers both a major and a minor in theater. By design, the program is small, allowing for a close connection and collaboration between students and faculty. Whether you're looking for total immersion in theater or the chance to explore an art form new to you, you can tailor your experience with our program to your interests and needs.

Faculty Info:

Kyle Bass, Denise Crandall, Christian DuComb, Andrew (Andy) Frank, Benjamin Gillespie, Adrian Giurgea, Simona Giurgea, Anna Labykina, Glenna Ryer, Amy Swanson, Shannon (April) Sweeney.



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