School of Theatre and Dance Academic Programs
Discover all the ways you can express yourself in theatre and dance.
Majors
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Acting
Get professional acting training and a well-rounded liberal arts education.
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Dance
Focus on performance, choreography, teaching, or future graduate study.
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Dance Teacher Education
Prepare to teach the next generation of dancers.
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Film and Digital Media
Receive a fundamental education in film aesthetics, history, and theory.
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Musical Theatre
Develop all the skills you need to compete for professional musical theatre opportunities.
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Production Design and Technology
Create exciting theatrical environments filled with costumes, scenery, lights and sound.
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Theatre Studies
Build a solid foundation in theatre and choose a specialty based on your interests and goals.
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Theatre Teacher Education
Prepare to teach the next generation of performers.
Minors
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Dance
Increase your knowledge of dance skills, theory, and history.
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Film Studies
Discover and examine film as an artistic and creative cultural artifact.
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Stage Combat
Get training for safe staged combat and violence performances.
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Theatre
Pursue your passion for the stage, production, or theatre in general.
Auditions
Some theatre and dance programs require an audition for acceptance.
Learn about the audition processGraduate
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MFA in Costume Design
Create quality design work for Illinois State productions while you progress toward your career goals.
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MFA in Directing
Become a creative leader in American theatre.
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MFA in Lighting Design
Reach your career goals in theatrical lighting design.
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MFA in Scene Design
Prepare for a professional career in scene design.
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Theatre Studies
Further your studies in any professional theatre career.
Theatre and Dance Online Store
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