Eastern Connecticut State University

Performing Arts Department - Theatre Program

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83 Windham Street
Willimantic,Connecticut 06226
860.465.5325
admissions@easternct.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Acting) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Directing) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Dramaturgy & Cultural Performance) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Dance & World Performance) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Design/Technology/Management) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Media (Performance Media) Bachelor of Arts in New Media Studies Minor in Costume and Fashion Design Minor in Film Studies

The Theatre Program + Performance Media Program offers many opportunities for students to work on-stage, backstage and front-of-house through classes, independent studies, internships, and practicum work. Students also showcase their talents in full-length major productions, one-acts, original plays and staged readings. Students can also join an active Drama Society, DTM Club and Film Club. The Theatre Program + Performance Media Program is housed in Eastern’s beautiful Fine Arts Instructional Center, which opened in January 2016. The new building features a Proscenium Thrust Theatre, a Studio Theatre with flexible seating, performance/dance labs, and state-of-the-art classrooms. Performances in other sites throughout the campus and on tour are offered as well. Touring opportunities include the NYC Showcase of Student Talent in New York City; the Los Angeles Spring Break Program; the Prague Quadrennial program. The Theatre Program + Performance Media Program also has guest artist residencies built into it each semester.

Acceptance Rate:

Eastern Connecticut State University's overall acceptance rate is 80.1%, indicating it's not a highly selective institution. While specific data for the Performing Arts Department's Theatre Program isn't readily available, the university's general admission requirements and the overall acceptance rate provide insight into the program's selectivity.

Faculty Info:

Andrea Costa, Robin Marrotte, J.J. Cobb.