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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre


The Performing Arts Department draws upon practice, theory and criticism, and history as a foundation for lifelong learning and personal excellence in theatre studies. Interdisciplinary by nature, the theatre degree program has a strong communal and collaborative base and offers a well-rounded liberal arts education. Students define their place as theatre artists and producers within the greater community by producing contemporary and classic works, including canonical plays, experimental projects, and works by visiting artists and directors. The faculty's expertise includes acting, voice, directing, choreography, stage management, playwriting, storytelling, theatre history and criticism, and costume, set, and light design. Our proximity to Chicago's robust theatre and performing arts community augments teaching and learning opportunities for both students and faculty.

Acceptance Rate:

Indiana University Northwest (IUN) has an acceptance rate of around 80%


Faculty Info:

David Klamen, Katherine Arfken, Mark Baer, Peter Aglinskas, William Lennox Foster, Max Bonecutter.



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