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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Dance

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting

Minor in Dance

Minor in Dance Wellness

Minor in Musical Theatre

Minor in Theatre

Minor in Theatre Education


The University of Montana is the proud home to the only public undergraduate and graduate degrees in dance and theatre in the state. If you love to dance, play, and make meaning through interdisciplinary, collaborative practice, this is the place! At UM we adhere to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage applicants who will add diversity to our programs and embody these values. Click here for more information about these values are put into action on campus. To request information about studying with the School of Theatre and Dance at the University of Montana, click the button below and enter your information. You can also email umtheatredance@umontana.edu to schedule a visit, attend a class or rehearsal, and see one of our productions.

Notable Alumni Include:

Andy Greenfield, Casey Kriley, John Shaffner



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
Dance Up Close
(12/22/20 - 12/22/20)
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The Theory of Relativity
(10/28/20 - 11/8/20)
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Six Degrees of Separation
(10/14/20 - 10/25/20)
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She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms
(9/30/20 - 10/11/20)
University of Montana - School of Theatre & Dance
Pride and Prejudice
(4/15/20 - 4/26/20)
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August: Osage County
(2/27/19 - 3/10/19)
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The Elephant Man
(10/4/11 - 10/15/11)
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