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**This is a living document and will be updated regularly as we continue to gather information. Last updated 4/29/22
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Birmingham Southern College (BSC)BirminghamAt BSC, our theatre professors know that production skills are best learned through active participation in the classroom and on the stage. We place equal importance on learning and doing, and our students are well prepared for graduate work and for careers in professional and educational theatre – or for whatever path they choose. As well as nationally-recognized performers, we regularly have theatre majors go on to become doctors, lawyers, arts administrators, educators, and more.BSC Website
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Samford UniversityBirminghamIf you want to turn your calling into a career, cultivate your craft, and become a well-rounded thespian, Samford is for you. Samford’s Department of Theatre and Dance prepares actors, directors, teaching artists, designers and production technicians for careers in the arts, while nurturing their artistry with soul.https://youtu.be/Yse-lJnMBYESamford Website
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Troy UniversityTroyTROY Theatre and Dance wants to help you discover your creative habit. Here you have the opportunity to develop discipline through your study, discover and refine your artistry, strengthen a connection to humanity, and enlighten and entertain through outreach. Engage in work that leads you to grow as a self-driven artist and maker, creative problem solver, passionate communicator, and willing collaborator in a field that is constantly changing and evolving.Troy Website
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University of Alabama - Birmingham (UAB)BirminghamAccredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, the Department of Theatre at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is dedicated to developing the next generation of actors, set designers, and performers. With the expertise of 14 full-time faculty members and 4 full-time professional production specialists.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-068WK7EYA7DtWCXxw5SFnrVOvYDDe95/view?usp=sharingUAB FAQUAB Website
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University of MontevalloMontevalloAt Montevallo, we provide first-rate theatre training within the context of a well-rounded liberal arts education. Experienced faculty members teach all courses instead of graduate students, and enrollment in performance classes typically ranges from 8-20 pupils. We work hard to prepare students to directly enter the profession if desired, as well as pursue a variety of career options. The expertise of our full and part-time faculty allows us to offer a range of classes that can match the curriculum of much larger departments and universities.https://youtu.be/Odu556OrF98UM Website
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University of South AlabamaMobileTheatre is more than an art form, its a way of life. At USA's Dept. of Theatre & Dance, we invite you to become a part of not just an exciting program, but a vibrant family of both students and faculty, ready to help you develop into the person and artist that you strive to be. Consider joining us here in Mobile on the beautiful Gulf coast, where Mardi Gras originated, the weather is warm, and the food is amazing! You'll be glad you did!USA Website
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University of Michigan Ann ArborThe School of Music, Theatre, and Dance holds a unique position as a top ranked performing arts program at the country’s number one public research university. Here you will receive one-on-one training with educators who are also working artists and researchers at the top of their fields.https://youtu.be/EZXxKvaNRsQMusic, Theatre, Dance, Education, Major, Minor, Musical Theatre, Undergraduate, GraduateUofM Website
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Hillsdale CollegeHillsdaleThere are many colleges and universities where you can study theatre arts. What sets such study apart at Hillsdale College? At Hillsdale, we believe that theatre artists are more than just actors, dancers, and technicians. Here we ask and answer bigger questions: How is theatre a worthwhile, even essential, aspect of human life? How does theatre illuminate the politics, religion, social organizations, philosophy, economics, and sciences of the past? What is art? We believe that it is not enough to have the ability to communicate an idea, yet persuasive communication is at the very heart of our discipline. Theatre is rhetoric in action. In the theatre, everything communicates. Scripts, lighting designs, theories, costumes, acting choices, historical research—all are put at the service of effective communication.Theatre, Liberal Arts, Dance, Dramaturgy, UndergraduateHillsdale Website
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Hope CollegeHollandWe offer an academic theatre program of recognized excellence which develops students into practicing theatre artists. Our program develops students into citizen artists who understand the transformative power of theatre. Our students use theatre as a tool to develop creativity, learn empathy and gain an understanding of the diversity of our human experience. We are committed to challenging our students, staff and audiences to promote a more informed and inclusive world.https://www.hillsdale.edu/hillsdale-blog/academics/classical-liberal-arts/theatre-liberal-arts/Acting, Directing, Design, Stage Management, Inclusivity, Major, Minor, Hope Website
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Wayne State UniversityDetroitWayne State University's Theatre program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in all aspects of theatre and theatre production. Having completed a rigorous fundamental sequence of courses, students are prepared to choose their path of study (acting, design and technology, stage management, theatre management, history and dramaturgy, etc.). We engage, educate, and empower diverse student/artists through the rigorous study, practice, and production of theatre and dance to enrich Detroit and global communities.Black Theatre & Dance @ Wayne WSU Theatre & DanceActing, Dance, Design, Stage Management, Major, MinorWSU Website
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Michigan State UniversityEast LansingThe Department of Theatre at MSU is challenging the traditional in order to create something new, unique and fresh. We are doing things differently! Our one of a kind self-selected undergraduate education (School of Choice) benefits from graduate mentors of our highly regarded artist/educator Master of Fine Arts programs. With the most advanced stage technology we allow designers the opportunity to defy conventional design. With focused-based theatre studies courses that surround today’s most pressing topics we challenge the traditional survey teaching model. Through forward-thinking acting classes we embrace media at its core. And our adventurous programs like the ĭmáGEN in collaboration with Wharton Center develops new trailblazing musicals with today’s most promising artists.https://youtu.be/V_wdNrCuhKQChoice, Musical Theatre, Dance, Design, Technology, Acting, Film, Major, MinorMSU Website
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Western Michigan UniversityKalamazooAt WMU, you’re more than a student ID number. You are an individual--with talents and goals that we are eager to help you develop and explore. You'll work with faculty and staff to craft an experience that satisfies your curiosity, advances your interests, and develops you personally as well as professionally. You'll leave Kalamazoo with practical experience and tools for personal and artistic success, connected to a network of successful and generous alumni in every corner of the entertainment industry.https://youtu.be/DYxntf-bEEQConservatory-style, Acting, Arts Administration, Design, Technology, Stage Management, Minor, Musical TheatreWMU Website
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Alma CollegeAlmaIf you want: Production excellence, an individually tailored program of courses in an extensive curriculum, a program that stresses imagination, creativity and performance/production skills, performance and production experience from your first year through your senior year in major productions. Then you want theatre at Alma College.Alma College Website
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Central Michigan UniversityMount PleasantThis is your opportunity to explore the skills, knowledge, techniques, and experiences required for professional success on stage and backstage. Our growing department is a vibrant and passionate community of dedicated and creative artists and scholars. With a variety of programs for performers, designers, choreographers, and technicians, you are sure to find what you are looking for. You'll enjoy many opportunities to learn by experience through the up to 30 productions we sponsor each year, unique workshops with professionals, and visiting guest professionals bringing learning and leadership to life.https://youtu.be/D0W8Ysle9n0Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre, Design, Interpretation, Directing, Technology
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University of Michigan - FlintFlintThe central focus of the University of Michigan-Flint Department of Theatre & Dance is to provide our students with a challenging educational environment and richly diverse learning experiences. We strive to provide students opportunities to work alongside professionals both on stage and off. We are committed to providing our students with the necessary tools, both artistic and personal, to meet the demands of an ever-evolving world and profession.https://youtu.be/O1KlQ-TUPM0Dance, Musical Theatre, Theatre, MinorUofM Flint Website
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Oakland UniversityRochesterOakland University's School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD) is a leading center of performing arts education in southeast Michigan, offering outstanding educational and performance opportunities to undergraduate, graduate students, and community members. SMTD students learn and grow as musicians, actors, dancers, designers, arts educators and researchers in a collaborative and supportive environment.https://youtu.be/0xf7Z_0Za_wOakland Website
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Grand Valley State UniversityAllendaleThe theatre program at Grand Valley offers students a flexible, practical education in the theatrical arts. The program prepares students for careers in the entertainment industry and for careers that require skills in creativity, collaboration, communications, and problem-solving. It provides professional orientation and background within a broad liberal arts framework.https://youtu.be/q673uFBOwaYGVSU Website
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Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilantiEMU Website
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Saginaw Valley State UniversityUniversity CenterThe Theatre Program seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to develop their creative talents through study and application. Exploration of perspectives of theatre in Western civilization, cognizance of dramatic literature, and development of creative talents and skills combine to provide SVSU students with a sound understanding of theory and practice. Live theatrical productions provide the individual, the university community, and the community at large with opportunities for artistic and cultural growth.https://youtu.be/Bwb0O-q8DO8SVSU Website
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Northern Michigan UniversityMarquetteStudying in the Department of Theatre and Dance provides opportunities to work in your field before you even graduate. You can perform on the Forest Roberts Theatre stage or in the Panowski Black Box Theatre, run a show as a stage manager, and learn the ins and outs of the business from professors who have worked professionally nationally and internationally in dance, musical theatre, and design.https://youtu.be/YpffmgwxpUwNMU Website
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