News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Visual and Performing Arts Department - Theatre Arts Program

Visit Web Site
TwitterCollege Twitter FacebookCollege Facebook InstagramCollege Instagram

1 Main Street
Bethany,West Virginia 26032
304.829.7000
admission@bethanywv.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theater Performance

Bachelor of Arts in Technical Theatre

Minor in Theatre


The Bethany College Theatre program presents a unique preparation for professional opportunities within the Performing Arts and beyond. The size of our school guarantees personalized attention and frequent chances to perform. Our program animates the Liberal Arts traditions of critical thought, pursuit of truth and excellence. Successful completion of the major will provide the student the ability to contextualize wisely, apply various techniques to performance, and most importantly, develop skills enabling life-long growth. Classroom work combines acquiring knowledge of the cultural significance of theatre with physical, visual, literary and vocal methods of expression. The mainstage performance season prides itself on daring to do plays people should see rather than the merely popular. In addition to departmentally produced plays, students receive full support in self-generated productions. Many graduates pursue further training at the graduate level, or have attained success in related careers. Others have initiated their own projects/theatres. Several have become theatre educators or artistic directors. And one has won an Oscar, an Emmy, a Tony and a Golden Globe Award.

Faculty Info:

Evan Oslund



Related Articles

Cast Set for Majkin Holmquist's STARGAZERS World Premiere at Page 73
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 29, 2024


Page 73 has revealed the cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere production of 2024 Tow Foundation Playwright-in-Residence at Page 73 Majkin Holmquist's Stargazers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Page 73 Names jose sebastian alberdi 2024 Playwriting Fellow & Unveils 2024 Writers Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 23, 2024


Page 73 has named jose sebastian alberdi its 2024 Playwriting Fellow, the organization’s most prestigious award.

Page 73 to Present World Premiere of Majkin Holmquist's STARGAZERS, Directed By Colette Robert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 13, 2023


Page 73 presents the world premiere of Majkin Holmquist's 'Stargazers,' directed by Colette Robert. This eerie and funny play explores the buried histories of a haunted family farm and the tensions of a polarized society. Don't miss the Off-Broadway debut of 2023 Page 73 Playwriting Fellow Majkin Holmquist.

Page 73 to Present NEW PLAY BAKE OFF at 25th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2023


Page 73 is bringing together artists within the Page 73 family to participate in its rollicking New Play Bake Off at tonight’s 25th Anniversary Gala.

Bonnie J. Monte Announces Departure From STNJ
by Stephi Wild - February 08, 2023


Bonnie J. Monte, who has been at the helm of the renowned Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) since late 1990, has announced that 2023 will be her final season as the company's Artistic Director.

P73 Names Majkin Holmquist 2023 Playwriting Fellow; Interstate 73 Playwrights Announced
by Blair Ingenthron - January 18, 2023


Page 73, the acclaimed organization that develops and produces the work of early-career playwrights who have yet to receive a professional production in New York City, has named its 2023 Playwriting Fellow and announced its 2023 Interstate 73 Writing Group. Majkin Holmquist is the 20th playwright honored with the Playwriting Fellowship, the organization's most prestigious award.

Page 73 Announces Semifinalists for Playwriting Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 22, 2021


Page 73 has announced 10 semifinalists for the 2022 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. From a pool of over 300 applicants, Page 73 has selected Melis Aker, Syreeta Briggs, Vichet Chum, Kate Douglas, Ryan Drake, Marvin González De León, Majkin Holmquist, Deepa Purohit, Gab Reisman, and Haygen-Brice Walker.

TITLE WAVE New Works Series Returns To Bay Street
by A.A. Cristi - August 19, 2021


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the return of Title Wave @ Bay Street: The New Works Series for its 7th year, with performances of four new plays live and in-person at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor.

Page 73 Announces Semi-Finalists for 2021 Playwriting Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 29, 2020


Page 73 has announced 13 semi-finalists for the Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. Page 73 has selected Bleu Beckford-Burrell, Lyndsey Bourne, Steph Del Rosso, Jahna Ferron-Smith, Marvin González De León, Dylan Guerra, Majkin Holmquist, Emma Horwitz, Jessica Huang, Roger Q. Mason, April Ranger, Andrew Siañez-De La O, and Haygen-Brice Walker.

BWW Interview: Bonnie J. Monte, Artistic Director of THE SHAKESPEARE THEATRE OF NJ Gives Her Insights About the Metro Area's Classic Venue
by Marina Kennedy - April 17, 2020


We continue our series with leaders in the theatre arts to learn about their upcoming plans and find out how they are dealing with the Covid-19 outbreak. We had the opportunity to interview Bonnie J. Monte, the Artistic Director of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. She gave us her insights about the Theatre.

Works by Benjamin Benne, Majkin Holmquist and More to be Featured in Roundabout Underground Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2020


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director/CEO) has announced the ninth annual Roundabout Underground Reading Series, a five-night event that includes nightly readings of new works written and directed by emerging artists, as well as post-show receptions. The Reading Series will feature new works by Benjamin Benne, Majkin Holmquist, Shayan Lotfi, Nick Mecikalski and Harrison David Rivers.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's Bonnie J. Monte Celebrates 30th Anniversary As Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2020


This year, Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte will celebrate her 30th anniversary at the helm of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) now approaching its 58th season with an electrifying lineup of plays. Under Ms. Monte's leadership, the Theatre has evolved into one of the most respected classical theatres in the nation.

BWW Interview: Artistic Director Bonnie Monte of STNJ Discusses ROMEO and JULIET On the Madison Stage through 11/17
by Marina Kennedy - November 06, 2019


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) has continued its 2019 Season with William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet.' Directed by Ian Belknap, Artistic Director of the prestigious Acting Company in NYC, the show will be on the Madison stage through Sunday, November 17. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Bonnie J. Monte, the Artistic Director of STNJ about 'Romeo and Juliet' and her highly acclaimed Theatre.



Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
Eurydice
(10/25/19 - 10/26/19)
Bethany College
Jesus Christ Superstar
(3/28/15 - 3/29/15)
Bethany College
Cinderella
(2/1/13 - 2/9/13)
Bethany College

Videos


TICKET CENTRAL

Recommended For You