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Saginaw Valley State University

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7400 Bay Road University Center
Saginaw,Michigan 48710
989.964.4147
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Theatre

Minor in Musical Theatre


The Theatre Program seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to develop their creative talents through study and application. Exploration of perspectives of theatre in Western civilization, cognizance of dramatic literature, and development of creative talents and skills combine to provide SVSU students with a sound understanding of theory and practice. Live theatrical productions provide the individual, the university community, and the community at large with opportunities for artistic and cultural growth.

Faculty Info:

Karla Kash, Peggy Mead-Finizio, David Rzeszutek, Tommy Wedge



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
Silent Sky
(2/23/22 - 2/27/22)
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Lonely Planet
(11/3/21 - 11/7/21)
Saginaw Valley State University
Emilie: La Marquise Du Ch?telet Defends Her Life Tonight
(11/22/19 - 11/23/19)
Saginaw Valley State University
Proof
(10/30/19 - 11/3/19)
Saginaw Valley State University
9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL in Broadway 9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL
(4/10/19 - 4/14/19)
SAGINAW VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
The Goat or, Who is Sylvia?
(3/29/19 - 3/30/19)
Saginaw Valley State University
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
(2/20/19 - 2/24/19)
Saginaw Valley State University
ASSASSINS
(4/5/17 - 4/9/17)
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HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS...TRYING
(4/8/15 - 4/12/15)
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THE PRODUCERS
(11/20/13 - 11/24/13)
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