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Slippery Rock,Pennsylvania 16057
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre - Acting

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre - Musical Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Acting

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Theatre Arts Management

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Design and Technology

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Theatre Studies

Minor in Theatre


Theatre students at Slippery Rock University develop their art through a synthesis of experiences in academic classrooms, design and acting laboratories, and practical opportunities in arts management and public performance. Theatre at SRU is a liberal arts program, which serves to enrich students' understanding of and connection to the outside world, as well as upholding a rigorous pre-professional focus, which prepares students for the diverse career opportunities available to Theatre Arts practitioners, including employment as performers, designers, technicians, educators, administrators, and more.

Faculty Info:

Aaron Galligan-Stierle, Rebecca Morrice, Gordon R. Phetteplace, Dr. David Skeele, Laura C. Smiley, Deanna Sparrow.



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Curtains
(4/28/23 - 4/30/23)
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All Shook Up
(4/4/19 - 4/7/19)
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