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Ohio Northern University

School of Visual and Performing Arts - Theatre Arts

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Ada,Ohio 45810
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Minor in Theatre

Minor in Arts Administration

Minor in Dance

Minor in Theatre Technology and Design


Flexible curriculum – Receive a solid foundation in theatrical arts with the flexibility to pursue an area of interest, such as acting, directing/dramaturgy or technical theatre/stage management. Enhance your marketability with a double major or minor in arts administration or dance. Best of two worlds – Experience conservatory-style training with the big opportunities you’d find at a large university, but in a small and supportive campus environment. Quality productions – Take advantage of a large production season and plentiful casting opportunities starting your freshman year. Our facilities are top-notch. The Freed Center for the Performing Arts includes a 551-seat proscenium theatre, a 136-seat studio theatre, rehearsal rooms, scenic and costume shops, smart classrooms, and a computer lab. Personalized attention – Be mentored by distinguished professors who are personally invested in your success. The theatre world is competitive, but they open doors and help you achieve your dreams.

Faculty Info:

Micheal Anders, Ameera Ansari, Ashley Buersmeyer, Elizabeth Cozad, Kathleen DeVault, Michael Jordan, Courtney Kattengell, Elyn Kazle, Kirsten Osbun-Manley, Brian Phillips, Joan Robbins, Brian Sage, Gaurav Saini, James Savage, Amanda Wischmeyer.



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
9 To 5, The Musical
(4/20/24 - 4/27/24)
Ohio Northern University
Anne Of Green Gables-theatreworks Usa Vers
(3/2/23 - 3/5/23)
Ohio Northern University
Anne Of Green Gables-theatreworks Usa Version
(3/2/23 - 3/5/23)
Ohio Northern University
9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL in Broadway 9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL
(4/2/20 - 4/15/20)
PHOTOS
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
SPRING AWAKENING in Broadway SPRING AWAKENING
(10/18/19 - 10/26/19)
PHOTOS
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN in Broadway YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
(4/11/19 - 4/14/19)
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
THE WILD PARTY in Broadway THE WILD PARTY
(10/18/18 - 10/21/18)
PHOTOS
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
SWEET CHARITY
(4/19/18 - 4/21/18)
Ohio Northern University
Carrie the musical
(10/19/17 - 10/22/17)
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HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS...TRYING
(4/7/16 - 4/10/16)
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
EDGES
(9/24/15 - 9/27/15)
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THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
(4/16/15 - 4/19/15)
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
COMPANY
(10/23/14 - 10/26/14)
OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY
Footloose in Broadway Footloose
(4/10/14 - 4/13/14)
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Reefer Madness in Broadway Reefer Madness
(10/18/12 - 10/21/12)
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THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE
(4/19/12 - 4/22/12)
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MISS SAIGON
(2/24/12 - 2/26/12)
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THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
(9/15/11 - 9/18/11)
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Oklahoma!
(5/4/11 - 5/8/11)
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Last Five Years
(2/9/11 - 2/13/11)
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Proof
(2/8/11 - 2/12/11)
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River North Dance
(1/22/11 - 1/23/11)
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Holiday Spectactacular
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