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Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Department of Theater
Degrees offered
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre
Master of Fine Arts in Directing
Master of Fine Arts in Playwriting
Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design
Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design
Master of Fine Arts in Scenic Design
Master of Fine Arts in Technical Direction
Doctor of Philosophy in Theatre - Dramaturgy
Doctor of Philosophy in Theatre - Playwriting
Doctor of Philosophy in Theatre - Performance Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Theatre - Theatre History and Criticism
About the program
For students passionate about the performing arts, SIU's theater program offers development and guidance in the talents and disciplines involved in the study of theater. Experienced, dedicated faculty members and a low student-to-teacher ratio encourage success in each student’s unique career path. The theater program blends the theoretical and practical sides of theater studies to ensure job placement in the competitive world of performance, production and backstage craft.
Theater students receive intense technical training by taking part in multiple productions throughout both the undergraduate and graduate programs. Professional production opportunities abound through internships and the McLeod Summer Playhouse theater program, as well. Cooperative relationships are nurtured for students interested in combining theater studies with music and cinema for increased career opportunities after graduation.
Notable alumni
George Pinney, Michael Rose
Acceptance rate
Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) has a general acceptance rate of 90.5%
Faculty
Andrew Abrams, Susan Patrick Benson, Mary Bogumil, Darryl Kent Clark, Thomas Fagerholm, Anne Fletcher, Jacob Juntunen, James Thomas Kidd, Gennie Neuman Lambert, Lori Merrill-Fink, OluSegun Ojewuyi, Jane Pivovarnik, Mark Varns, Wendi Zea.
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Past student productions
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5/15 – 5/18/2020
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