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2800 University Boulevard North
Jacksonville, Florida 32211
904.256.7374
admissions@ju.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
Minor in Theatre

The Department of Theatre is committed to the artistic and academic success of its students. The Department offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with concentrations in either performance or technology. Our comprehensive degree programs are designed for the student seeking careers as professional actors, designers, and for the student seeking advanced degrees. The BA degree in Theatre will provide students with a well-rounded structure and background in liberal arts as well as extensive studies in various aspects of theatre. The BA curriculum is structured to allow students to minor in other subjects of interest as well as double-major. This degree is well accepted if the student actor plans to attend graduate school. The BFA degree is a pre-professional degree, dedicated to training and preparing students for a professional career in theatre that is competitive with current industry standards. A JU Theatre Major has opportunities to perform major roles for the stage beginning in his/her first year at college and set/lighting design students will see their work produced on our main stage as early as his/her junior year. Our students enjoy small class sizes, one on one instruction, hands-on experience, individual mentoring and a high degree of professionalism.

Acceptance Rate:

Jacksonville University's (JU) overall acceptance rate is 57%

Faculty Info:

Ben Wilson, Debi Jordan, Brandon Lettow, Erik DeCicco.

Review: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD at Pima Community College
by Zach Wetzel - October 19, 2025

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, presented by Pima Community College and adapted/directed by Chris Will is a chilling Halloween treat.

BYU Arts Cancels In-Person Performances For the Fall 2020 Semester
by Stephi Wild - August 22, 2020

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, BYU Arts has made the decision to cancel all public, in-person performances for the Fall 2020 semester. This decision is a reflection of the school's commitment to the communities and students they serve.

Lookingglass Offers Gglassclass Online Featuring New Virtual Class Offerings
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2020

Lookingglass Theatre Company announces gglassclasses online, where students from Kindergarten-12th grade will learn from experienced Lookingglass Ensemble Members and Teaching Artists virtually, while creating collaborative performances and building specialized skills. During this challenging time, Lookingglass is committed to continuing to engage with students, inviting them to keep curious, to imagine, and to play while at home. Registration and additional information is now available at https://lookingglasstheatre.org/gglassclass/.

Point Park's Conservatory Dance Company Opens New PNC Theatre With Winter Dance Concert
by Julie Musbach - November 28, 2018

Point Park University's Conservatory Dance Company opens Winter Dance Concert, the first production to hit the brand new Pittsburgh Playhouse's PNC Theatre stage in Downtown Pittsburgh.

Point Park's Conservatory Theatre Co. Presents CABARET
by Stephi Wild - October 22, 2018

Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company opens its inaugural season at the new Pittsburgh Playhouse with the Tony Award-winning musical, Cabaret, with music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb and book by Joe Masteroff. Cabaret is directed and choreographed by Zeva Barzell and runs from Oct. 26 through Nov. 11 in the Rauh Theatre at the new Pittsburgh Playhouse, located at 350 Forbes Avenue in Downtown Pittsburgh.

UMS To Present Alec Baldwin In Dramatic Reading Of Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2018

The University Musical Society (UMS) will present a dramatic reading of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, featuring stage and screen actor Alec Baldwin in the lead role of Willy Loman on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 8 pm in Ann Abor's Power Center (121 Fletcher St). Baldwin will perform alongside student and faculty actors and directors from the University of Michigan's Department of Theatre & Drama. The reading will mark Baldwin's first time in the role. The performance is currently sold out, but those interested in attending can call the UMS Ticket Office at 734.764.2538 to ask to be put on an interest list.

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