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School of Theatre and Dance
James Madison University — Harrisonburg, VA
Degrees offered
Bachelor of Arts in Dance
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre
About the program
The James Madison University Dance Program is part of the School of Theatre and Dance and presently offers a Bachelor of Arts degree. The focus of the Dance Program is to develop each student's abilities as a performer, choreographer and movement instructor. Developing critical and creative thought through written expression and discussion is also emphasized. Attention is given to the tools necessary to create, perform, produce and appreciate the art of dance. Faculty members work closely with each student in defining their individual path to a career in dance.
Notable alumni
Trey Ellet, Caitlin Miller, Megan Andritz, Danielle Augone, Lyndsey Cole, Kristen Comyns, Keith Foster, Latasha Hutcherson, Michael Minarik, Mike Setti, Keven Quillon, Jeremy Beck, James Moye, Dwayne Nitz, Jon Zimmerman, Shannon Hummel, Niki Lundgren, Garland Days, Jake Odmark, Rachel Shur.
Acceptance rate
Reported acceptance rate (source/year not provided by school): James Madison University's (JMU) School of Theatre and Dance does not publicly disclose specific acceptance rates for its individual programs. However, the College of Visual and Performing Arts, which encompasses the School of Theatre and Dance, has an acceptance rate of 54%.
Faculty
- Emily Becher-McKeever
- Ryan Corriston
- Jessica Del Vecchio
- Ingrid De Sanctis
- Zachary Dorsey
- Richard Finkelstein
- Pamela Johnson
- Shane O'Hara
- Matt Pardo
- Wolf Sherrill
- Brian Smallwood
- Cynthia Thompson
- Toby Twining
- Erin Vasta
- Elizabeth Wislar
Articles About James Madison University
BRIGHT STAR, SHE LOVES ME and More Set for Kent State School of Theatre and Dance 26-27 Season
Kent State's School of Theatre and Dance has unveiled its 2026-2027 season, including ''Bright Star,' ' She Loves Me,' 'Romeo and Juliet' and more, beginning in October 2026.
Montana Repertory Theatre and UM School of Theatre and Dance To Present CAN'T DRINK SALT WATER
Missoula, Montana-With transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance, Montana Repertory Theatre will present the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter's Can't Drink Salt Water.
Student Blog: JMU Studio Theatre; Student Lead, Produced, and Directed Theatre
The JMU Studio Theatre has been making student produced, directed, and written work for a while now.
San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance Performs MASQUERADE DE SEMBLANCE in April
San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance will present Masquerade de Semblance in April.
STUPID F##KING BIRD Comes to San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance in November
San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance will present Stupid F##king Bird, Aaron Posner’s comedic tragedy that provides a new take on Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull.
San Francisco State University School Of Theatre & Dance Presents 2023 Fringe Festival Of New Plays, April 4-8, 2023
The San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present the 2023 Fringe Festival of New Plays; presenting student playwrights and directors coordinated by Jeffrey Lo and Terry Boero as part of the School of Theatre and Dance's Spring 2023 season.
More VA college programs
- Bridgewater College Department of Music Bridgewater
- Christopher Newport University Department of Music Newport News
- Christopher Newport University Department of Theater and Dance Newport News
- College of William and Mary, The Department of Music Williamsburg
- College of William and Mary, The Department of Theatre, Speech and Dance Williamsburg
- Eastern Mennonite University Department of Music Harrisonburg
- Eastern Mennonite University Department of Theatre Harrisonburg
- Emory and Henry College Music Department Emory
Past student productions
| Show | Dates | Theater |
|---|---|---|
| 11/8 – 11/12/2011 | James Madison University | |
| 9/29 – 10/2/2011 | James Madison University | |
| 9/13 – 9/17/2011 | James Madison University | |
| 11/13 – 11/14/2010 | James Madison University | |
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