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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We offer scholarships to help you achieve your goals.
Faculty and Staff
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Performances
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Illinois Shakespeare Festival
Experience our professional repertory company that produces Shakespearean mainstage productions, family-friendly performances, and other community events.
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Crossroads Project
This committee promotes diversity and inclusion in School of Theatre, Dance, and Film through various efforts including guest speakers, public talks, and the Diverse Playwright Initative.
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Saturday Morning Creative Drama
Open to kids in grades K through 6, this program lets your child play, create, and develop skills in formal theatre.
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News and Events
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Queer Coalition film series celebrates queer women and the stories they tell
Queer Coalition, Illinois State University’s LGBTQIA+ affinity group for faculty, staff, and graduate students, is excited to present In Her Image: A Film Series Celebrating Queer Women and The Stories They Tell. This special event will run February 19 through March 19 at the historic Normal Theater, showcasing four independent films directed by and starring
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