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1500 University Avenue
Morgantown,West Virginia 26506
304.293.2020
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Puppetry

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Dance

Master of Fine Arts in Acting

Master of Fine Arts in Scenery Design and Technology

Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design and Technology

Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design and Technology

Master of Fine Arts in Technical Direction

Thank you for your interest in the WVU School of Theatre & Dance. With 180 students working in 4 theatres, 6 shops, 4 labs, producing 8-10 shows per year, our School is an exciting and vibrant place to study and practice the art and craft of theatre and dance. We are a big enough program to offer a challenging and comprehensive curriculum, yet small enough to work with our students in a one-to-one mentoring basis. The School of Theatre & Dance is part of WVU’s College of Creative Arts and shares the Loulie, Valerie and William Canady Creative Arts Center with the School of Music and the School of Art & Design. Our College offers students the advantages of personal instruction of a smaller school with the resources of a major research university. The students and faculty in our program all share a common passion and enthusiasm for the art of live theatre and dance. I invite you to join our community of excited and engaged artists and craftspeople.

Acceptance Rate:

West Virginia University's School of Theatre and Dance has a selective admissions process, with the Acting MFA program accepting a class of 6-8 actors every three years, while other programs admit students on a rolling basis.

Faculty Info:

Acting, Musical Theatre, & Directing Lee Blair, Acting & Musical Theatre, Head of Performance Irene Alby, Acting & Directing Cornel Gabara, Acting, Area Coordinator -BFA Acting Jerry McGonigle, Acting & Directing Jessica Morgan, Stage Movement Cathy O'Dell, Theatre Appreciation, Acting Brianne Taylor, Voice & Speech Design and Technology Steven Neuenschwander, Technical Director, Area Coordinator Tiffany Delligatti, Costuming Robert Klingelhoefer, Scene Design Mary McClung, Costume Design & Puppetry Alan McEwen, Lighting & Sound Design Aubrey Sirtautas, Production Management History and Criticism Dr. Radhica Ganapathy, Theatre History & Criticism Dr. Jay Malarcher, Theatre History & Criticism Cathy O'Dell, Theatre Appreciation, Acting Dance Dr. Yoav Kaddar, Area Coordinator, Dance General McArthur Hambrick, Dance & Musical Theatre Maureen Mansfield Kaddar, Dance Matt Saffron, Part-Time Lecturer Hirali Shah, Part-Time Lecturer Katreena Snyder, Part-Time Lecturer Staff Brenda Hamilton, Administrative Associate Byron Utley, Scene Shop Manager

Review: ALICE BY HEART Presented by USF's School of Theatre & Dance
by Peter Nason - October 05, 2025

A brilliantly staged and sung production of a very flawed musical.

Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society Award At Annual Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2025

The Sarah Siddons Society will honor Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel with its 2025 Award at the annual Benefit on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E. Ontario St. The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception, followed by a 7 p.m. program.

Sarah Siddons Society Expands Theatre Arts Scholarships To Fifth Chicago-area University
by A.A. Cristi - June 02, 2025

The Sarah Siddons Society's Board of Directors has approved Northern Illinois University (NIU) as its fifth Chicago-area university to receive scholarship funding for students studying theatre arts.

David Geffen School of Drama to Present THE CARLOTTA FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2025

David Geffen SCHOOL OF DRAMA AT YALE will presentsthe Carlotta Festival, celebrating the work of the School’s graduating playwrights, performed in rotating repertory. Learn more and see how to attend.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/26/2024; Jobs In Education, Stage Management & More
by - December 26, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/26/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/19/2024; Jobs In Public Relations, Philanthropy and More
by - December 19, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/19/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/5/2024; Jobs In Props, Costumes and More
by - December 05, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/5/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 11/28/2024; Jobs In Operations, Marketing, Choreography & More
by Joshua Wright - November 29, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 11/28/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Review: USF School of Theatre & Dance Presents Bertolt Brecht's THE RESISTIBLE RISE OF ARTURO UI
by Peter Nason - November 23, 2024

Cody Farkas is stunning as the title character in Brecht's frightening and funny work.

Brave Little Company Receives Houston Arts Alliance Grant For Cast Recording and Public Shows
by Blair Ingenthron - October 25, 2024

Brave Little Company received a Houston Arts Alliance grant to support a cast recording and public performances of the original musical GRANDPA'S GARDEN, returning for two shows in November.

Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2024

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.

Review: The USF School of Theatre & Dance Presents the Breathtaking FUGITIVE SONGS
by Peter Nason - October 05, 2024

A song cycle featuring six incredibly talented actors. Not to be missed!

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President
by A.A. Cristi - September 09, 2024

Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.

Previews: PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - September 06, 2024

Hosted by the Patel Conservatory, this free event provides representatives from educational institutions nationwide who will share invaluable insights and answer questions.

EVERYBODY Comes to San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance Next Month
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024

San Francisco State University School of Theater & Dance will present Everybody, a modern take on a 15th-century morality play that offers a whimsical perspective on death and dying.

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	Dance Now! (2/2/12 - 2/4/12)	West Virginia University

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