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1100 Lincoln Drive
Carbondale,Illinois 62901
618.453.5741
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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


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 Include:

George Pinney, Michael Rose


Acceptance Rate:

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) has a general acceptance rate of 90.5%


Faculty Info:

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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Glory Days (A Musical Audio Drama) in Broadway Glory Days (A Musical Audio Drama)
(5/15/20 - 5/18/20)
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