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1001 E. 5th St.
Greenville,North Carolina 27858
252.328.6390
jarmanka@ecu.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance (Performance and Choreography

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts (Professional Actor Training)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts (Theatre for Youth)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts (Design and Production)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts (Stage Management)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts

The beginnings of professional quality training with a liberal arts education form the basic teaching philosophy of the School of Theatre and Dance. To accomplish this goal, a strong attempt has been made to engage a faculty that is academically qualified and experienced in professional theatre as well. Emphasis is placed on high-quality production work from design to performance. Plays are selected on the basis of roles that will enable student actors to grow and not on the play's literary significance alone. Students are given priority in casting, but only when the role is deemed right for a student's particular phase of development. Student talent is augmented by guest professional artists, faculty and townspeople to give young actors the opportunity to work with more experienced performers.

Notable Alumni Include:

Our alumni are working on Broadway, in Hollywood, on national tour, in classrooms, on cruise ships, and in studios across the planet.

Acceptance Rate:

East Carolina University (ECU) has an overall acceptance rate of approximately 90%.

Faculty Info:

Jayme Host, Cindy Carbone, Jill Matarelli Carlson, John Carlson, Patch Clark, Bryan Conger, Teal Darkenwald, John Dixon, Jessica Doyle-Mekkes, Monica Edwards, Gregory Funaro, Tommi Galaska, Elana Kepner, Dirk Lumbard, Jennifer-Scott Mobley, Nolan O’Dell, Jeni Parker, Reid Parker, Courtney Rasor, Michael Shoaf, Jonny Sitton, Delta Smith, Michael Tahaney, Jessica Teague.

Review: ALICE BY HEART Presented by USF's School of Theatre & Dance
by Peter Nason - October 05, 2025

A brilliantly staged and sung production of a very flawed musical.

Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society Award At Annual Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2025

The Sarah Siddons Society will honor Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel with its 2025 Award at the annual Benefit on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E. Ontario St. The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception, followed by a 7 p.m. program.

Sarah Siddons Society Expands Theatre Arts Scholarships To Fifth Chicago-area University
by A.A. Cristi - June 02, 2025

The Sarah Siddons Society's Board of Directors has approved Northern Illinois University (NIU) as its fifth Chicago-area university to receive scholarship funding for students studying theatre arts.

David Geffen School of Drama to Present THE CARLOTTA FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2025

David Geffen SCHOOL OF DRAMA AT YALE will presentsthe Carlotta Festival, celebrating the work of the School’s graduating playwrights, performed in rotating repertory. Learn more and see how to attend.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/26/2024; Jobs In Education, Stage Management & More
by - December 26, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/26/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/19/2024; Jobs In Public Relations, Philanthropy and More
by - December 19, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/19/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/5/2024; Jobs In Props, Costumes and More
by - December 05, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/5/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 11/28/2024; Jobs In Operations, Marketing, Choreography & More
by Joshua Wright - November 29, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 11/28/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Review: USF School of Theatre & Dance Presents Bertolt Brecht's THE RESISTIBLE RISE OF ARTURO UI
by Peter Nason - November 23, 2024

Cody Farkas is stunning as the title character in Brecht's frightening and funny work.

Brave Little Company Receives Houston Arts Alliance Grant For Cast Recording and Public Shows
by Blair Ingenthron - October 25, 2024

Brave Little Company received a Houston Arts Alliance grant to support a cast recording and public performances of the original musical GRANDPA'S GARDEN, returning for two shows in November.

Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2024

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.

Review: The USF School of Theatre & Dance Presents the Breathtaking FUGITIVE SONGS
by Peter Nason - October 05, 2024

A song cycle featuring six incredibly talented actors. Not to be missed!

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President
by A.A. Cristi - September 09, 2024

Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.

Previews: PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - September 06, 2024

Hosted by the Patel Conservatory, this free event provides representatives from educational institutions nationwide who will share invaluable insights and answer questions.

EVERYBODY Comes to San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance Next Month
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024

San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance will present Everybody, a modern take on a 15th-century morality play that offers a whimsical perspective on death and dying.

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