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1220 First Avenue
Cedar Rapids,Iowa 52402
319.399.8624
admission@coe.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Acting

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Directing

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Technical Theatre/Design

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Playwriting

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Dramaturgy


Our mission is to provide practical and theoretical training in theatre making (through classes, labs and productions) with a collaborative process that builds community, fosters global awareness and examines the complexities of diverse human narratives. The theatre arts program is designed to provide a balance between academic and experiential learning for all interested students. Our goal is to offer opportunities for participation in all aspects of theatre, on stage and in the classroom, and to enrich the cultural and academic life of the college. The program accommodates both majors and minors through courses focused on theatrical history, theory and literature, as well as through training in acting, directing, design and theatrical production. This foundation prepares you for graduate study and for any field that values high-level communication skills, as well as careers in theatre as teachers, artists, technicians or managers. To help you prepare for graduate study and/or a professional career, all majors are required to present an audition piece or portfolio for annual review beginning your second year. The senior seminar provides a capstone experience, giving you an opportunity to reflect on your development as a theatre artist and to examine theatre as a collaborative art form.

Notable Alumni Include:

Allison Bailey, Brian Glick, Brandon Palmer, Adelin Phelps, Caitlin Staebell, Katherine Blanchard, Katie Becker Colón, Lillian Vince, Emily Dussault, Matthew Hemesath.




Faculty Info:

Susan Wolverton, Dennis Barnett, Deanna Downes, Emily Ganfield, Ben Schmidt, Katy Hahn.



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by A.A. Cristi - December 08, 2021


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Iowa Stage Theatre Company Announces Holiday Collaboration With Iowa PBS, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
by Stephi Wild - November 21, 2020


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by A.A. Cristi - April 27, 2018


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Photo Flash: Revival Theatre Co. presents RAGTIME
by A.A. Cristi - February 22, 2018


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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
Mti's Broadway Junior Revue-raise Your Voi
(6/27/22 - 7/15/22)
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The Revolutionists
(4/8/22 - 4/16/22)
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Sweat
(2/21/20 - 2/29/20)
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The Bear
(2/9/20 - 2/12/20)
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CHARLIE BROWN (REVISED)
(2/3/17 - 2/11/17)
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MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
(11/6/15 - 11/14/15)
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