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School of Theatre, Dance, and Film

The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film provides pre-professional training to dedicated young actors, dancers, designers and educators. Students are invited to Play Boldly in their creative theatre, dance, and film endeavors!

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The Illinois State University School of Theatre, Dance, and Film will conclude the Spring 2025 semester with the Spring Dance Concert, Intermix. Intermix features choreographic pieces from the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film's dance program faculty and the premiere of The Truth Within (2025), a 21-minute piece by guest artist Paula Sousa. 

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