University of Memphis

Department of Theatre and Dance - Theatre

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101 Wilder Tower
Memphis,Tennessee 38152
901.678.2523
admissions@memphis.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Technical Production Master of Fine Arts in Theatre

The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Memphis fosters the development of our students on an individual basis. We offer a BFA in Theatre with concentrations in performance, musical theatre, dance, dance science and design and technical production as well as an MFA in Theatre with concentrations in directing and design and technical production. We tailor our program to your needs. We offer dynamic performance, design, and production opportunities both in the classroom and in our four performance spaces. We also create an intimate community for intense one-on-one learning opportunities. Our faculty nurtures the individual progress of each student. We offer the opportunity for students to explore a range of areas within the theatre or a specialization in only one. Applications for students looking to join the Department of Theatre & Dance in Fall Semester 2020 are now available! More Information can be found at Application and Audition Process.

Acceptance Rate:

The University of Memphis Department of Theatre & Dance's theatre acceptance rate is not publicly available as a specific number. Admission is a two-step process: first, students apply to the University of Memphis, and then separately to the Department of Theatre & Dance.

Faculty Info:

Jacob Allen, Alice Rainey Berry, Sarah Brown, Delilah Bryant, Holly L. Derr, Jen Gillette, Stephen Hancock, Holly Lau, Anita "Jo" Lenhart, Rick Mayfield, Michael Medcalf, Jill Guyton Nee, Michael S. O'Nele, Anthony Pellecchia, Brian J. Ruggaber, Kristin Shupe, Tracy Thomas, Carolyn Walker, John J. Yorke.