School of Theatre and Dance | Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts

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

Make Theatre and Dance Part of Your Academic Experience

Explore your opportunities on and off stage.

Financial Support

We offer scholarships to help you achieve your goals.

Learn more about theatre and dance scholarships

The shoes of ballet dancers in the studio.

Theatre students wear masks that they created.

A student uses an airbrush to paint during a costume design class.

Two actors practice fighting for a production.

Students pay close attention during a theatre class.

Lighting production students work behind the scenes on a spotlight.

Other Ways to get Involved

You do not have to be a major or minor to be part of our school.

Join an upcoming theatre or dance production

Faculty and Staff

Get to know the talented professors, performers, and professionals you will be working with.

Meet our people

More to Explore

There are endless opportunities to engage with the School of Theatre and Dance.

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.

See what is in store for the next Festival
Crossroads Project

This committee promotes diversity and inclusion in School of Theatre and Dance through various efforts including guest speakers, public talks, and the Diverse Playwright Initative.

Get to know the Crossroads Project
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.
Learn more about Saturday Morning Creative Drama