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Columbus State University

Department of Theatre and Dance

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4225 University Avenue
Columbus,Georgia 31907
706.507.8400
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre - Design an Technology

Bachelor of Science Education in Theatre - Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre - Performance

Master of Education in Theatre - Education

Minor in Dance

Minor in Theatre Arts

Undergraduate Certificate in Musical Theatre Performance


The Department of Theatre at Columbus State University educates students in the collaborative art of theatre and prepares them for professional employment, careers in theatre education, and graduate study. The course of study teaches the craft and artistry of acting, directing, design, technical, and educational theatre. The professional and energetic faculty encourages students to experiment, explore, and discover in a supportive yet challenging environment. CSU productions serve as a laboratory where students practice classroom theories, test analytical skills, and undertake cooperative endeavors while promoting the creative act of theatre.

Notable Alumni Include:

LeShae Nash




Faculty Info:

Dr. Larry Dooley, Ms. Katie Cannon, Mr. David McCray, Mrs. Brenda Ito, Mr. Steven Graver, Mr. Tim McGRaw, Ms. Krystal Kennel, Mr. Larry McDonald, Mr. David Turner, Mrs. Molly Claassen, Mrs. Amy Taylor, Dr. Rachel Blackburn, Ms. Kimberly Garcia, Mr. Sam Renner, Mrs. Sally Baker, Mr. Cameron Bean, Ms. Brenda Hamilton, Ms. Elizabeth Reeves, Mrs. Melissa Wilks.



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Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
YOHO
(12/1/23 - 12/4/23)
Columbus State University
FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY THE MUSICAL in Broadway FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY THE MUSICAL
(1/23/20 - 5/1/20)
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY:DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE
The Light in the Piazza
(3/6/20 - 3/8/20)
Columbus State University
JINGLE AARGH THE WAY! A CHRISTMAS PIRATE ADVENTURE
(12/4/19 - 12/8/19)
Columbus State University Department of Theatre
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER in Broadway PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
(9/27/19 - 10/5/19)
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY:DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE
LEGALLY BLONDE in Broadway LEGALLY BLONDE
(6/14/19 - 6/29/19)
CAST
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY:DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE
One Man, Two Guvnors
(4/12/19 - 4/20/19)
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