Department of Theatre and Dance
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1664 North Virginia Street
Reno,Nevada 89557
775.784.6829
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DEGREES OFFERED
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Acting Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Design/Technology Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Musical Theatre Bachelor of Arts in Dance Minor in Theatre Minor in Dance
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The Department of Theatre and Dance is a collaborative community of performing artists and scholars – faculty, staff and students - aiming to achieve the highest level of excellence in their teaching, learning, research, creative endeavors and outreach to the community. Our students explore all aspects of the performing arts through classes, studios and hands-on experiences onstage and behind the scenes. Rooted in the liberal arts traditions, our theatre and dance program prepares students with the skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in the performing arts and beyond.
Our student body currently consists of nearly 200 majors and minors across traditional and musical theatre and dance. These students are pursuing their degrees in acting, dance, design and technology and musical theatre. Additionally, students from across campus regularly engage in both production and course work to enhance their liberal arts education.
Acceptance Rate:
The University of Nevada, Reno has a general acceptance rate of 85.3%
Faculty Info:
Eve Allen-Garza, MFA, Ann M. Archbold, MFA, Kendra Bell, MFA, Rosie Brownlow-Calkin, MFA, Adriano "Adi" Cabral, MFA, Cari Cunningham, MFA, Michael Fernbach, MFA, Daniel Fung, DMA, Robert D. Gander, MFA, Kasey RT Graham, MFA, CJ Greer, MFA, MM, Nate Hodges, MFA, Yasmine Marie Jahanmir, Ph.D., Sandra Neace, MFA, Katherine G. Parker, MM, Rosie Trump, MFA.
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