Rockford University Department of Performing Arts
Rockford University — Rockford, IL
Upcoming productions
| Show | Dates | School |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2026 – 11/22/2026 | Rockford University |
Degrees offered
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting/Directing
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Production
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Performance
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Management
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts
Minor in Dance
Minor in Music
Minor in Theatre Arts
About the program
Our performing arts program offers a rich liberal arts tradition, supported by talented professors with years of experience in music and theatre. Whether your next stage is graduate school or Broadway, you’ll be ready to shine.
It’s no accident that Rockford University is home to one of higher education’s most vibrant performing arts programs. One of our esteemed alumni, Jane Addams, cited theatre’s ability to elevate the human soul. Like Jane, we advocate the arts for everyone.
Acceptance rate
Reported acceptance rate (source/year not provided by school): Rockford University has a general acceptance rate of 57%
Faculty
- Timm Adams
- Erin Burke
- Elizabeth (Beth) Drog
- Ryan Fox
- Paul Geckler
- Lindsay Hawkins
- Jeff Hendry
- Deborah Mogford
- Andrew Snyder
- Rebecca Wallgren
More IL college programs
- Benedictine University Department of Music Lisle
- Bradley University Department of Music Peoria
- Bradley University Department of Theatre Arts Peoria
- Columbia College Chicago School of Fine and Performing Arts Chicago
- DePaul University School of Music Chicago
- DePaul University The Theatre School Chicago
- Eastern Illinois University Department of Music Charleston
- Eastern Illinois University Department of Theatre Charleston
Past student productions
| Show | Dates | Theater |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 – 7/19/2026 | Rockford University Maddox Theatre |
