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Otterbein University

Department of Theatre and Dance

Department of Theatre and Dance

100 W. Home St.
Westerville, Ohio 43081
1.800.488.8144
uotterb@otterbein.edu

Degrees offered

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre with and Integrated Dance Minor
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design Technology
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
Minor in Dance

About the program

At Otterbein, you will produce exceptional pieces of American theatre while learning from and working intensely with our experienced, professional artist-teachers and guest professional artists. You will learn the intricacies of the art form, while being exposed to critical networking and professional development opportunities, including working professionals in New York City and Los Angeles through our nationally-recognized internship program. We have created a program based on mutual respect, professionalism, laughter, and joy. If you’re prepared to flourish in a challenging and supportive artistic environment, Otterbein is the place for you.

Notable alumni

Andrew Betz, Kate Gosnell, Nathan Keen, Amanda Huxtable, Kolby Kindle, Justin Keller, Caroline Whetzel, Tina Scariano, Ben Hodges, Randy Adams, Dee Hoty

Acceptance rate

Otterbein University has an overall acceptance rate of approximately 83%

Faculty

Thom Warren, Rebecca White, Patrick Stone, Mark “Coach” Mineart, Melissa Lusher, Lenny Leibowitz, Stella Kane, Robert Johnson, Lori Kay Harvey, T.J. Gerckens, Kristen Cooperkline, Clarence Davis, Eryn Kane, Elizabeth Saltzgiver, Tara Smith, Haley Williams.

BWW Q&A: John Wilson Talks PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at New Jewish Theatre

BWW Q&A: John Wilson Talks PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at New Jewish Theatre

by Joshua Wright — April 1, 2026

After two decades shaping young performers as chair of the Theatre and Dance Department at the University of Central Missouri, John Wilson has built a reputation as one of the region's most versatile theater artists — actor, fight choreographer, dialect coach, and educator all at once.

Past student productions

Past student productions at Otterbein University
Show Dates Theater
3/30 – 4/8/2017 Otterbein University
2/9 – 2/18/2017 Otterbein University

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