Wilkes University
Division of Performing Arts - Theatre Arts
Division of Performing Arts - Theatre Arts
84 West South StreetWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18766
570.408.4417
admissions@wilkes.edu
Degrees offered
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Design and Technology
Minor in Dance
Minor in Music
About the program
As a theatre arts student at Wilkes, you’ll pursue preprofessional training with a focus on acting/directing, design/tech or dance. Become a well-rounded theatrical artist who can discover career opportunities on the stage, big or small screen, or emerging online outlets.
Performing arts students at Wilkes enhance their creative abilities through an integrative approach to theatre practice in the context of a liberal arts education.
Our small, repertory company-sized department provides robust, hands-on experience as soon as the first semester on campus. Explore the classics, Broadway-style productions, relevant modern plays, dance concerts and innovative works.
Acceptance rate
Wilkes University has a general acceptance rate of 94.1%, but for the Theatre Arts program, there's a selective admission process based on audition and interview, ensuring a dedicated and talented group of students.
Faculty
Mr. Dwight J. Camillucci, Mr. Joseph C. Dawson, Degnan Boonin, Ms. Kristin M. Degnan Boonin, Rebecca A. Elfman, Lynne M. Esgro, Mr. Vincent J. Insalaco, Dr. Mark P. Johnson, Dr. Leesa M. Levy, Jon Liebetrau, Ms. Alicia R. Lindsey, Mr. Kenneth E. McGraw, Mr. Terry D. Moore, Dr. Philip G. Simon, Mrs. Maryellen Sloat, Mrs. Tsukasa Waltich.
Past student productions
| Show | Dates | Theater |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17 – 2/26/2012 | Wilkes University | |
| 11/11 – 11/20/2011 | Wilkes University | |
| 9/29 – 10/2/2011 | Wilkes University | |
| 4/7 – 4/10/2011 | Wilkes University | |
| 2/18 – 2/26/2011 | Wilkes University | |
| 11/12 – 11/21/2010 | Wilkes University | |
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