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Roanoke,Virginia 24020-1707
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Acting/Directing

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Design/Tech

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Playwriting/History/Dramaturgy

Minor in Theatre

Certificate in Musical Theatre Performance

Certificate in Arts Management


The Hollins theatre department is a creative community, and we embrace this identity in the classroom, the rehearsal hall, the scene shop, and on stage. We engage in the development of theatre artists, thinkers, and leaders looking to change the future of American theatre. Hollins theatre students actively help to shape departmental vision, policies, and programming, and are encouraged to create student-generated work that expresses their personal creative vision.

Faculty Info:

Lauren Brooke Ellis, John Forsman, Kiah Kayser, Travis Kendrick, Kerry Morgiewicz, Todd Ristau, Ami Trowell, Ernest Zulia.



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Joffrey Concert Group To Present IN MY ART In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 17, 2025


The Joffrey Concert Group will appear February 14 & 15  (3 performances) at the Ailey Citigroup Theater in a program of new works by Company Artistic Director Bradley Shelver, and Ms. Tsai Hsi Hung and Mr. Thang Dao.

BWW Q&A: Elena Velasco on Native Gardens at NextStop Theatre
by Joshua Wright - January 17, 2025


We spoke to Elena Velasco about Native Gardens at NextStop Theatre. NextStop Theatre Company is an award-winning professional theatre company in the heart of Herndon, VA. Located minutes away from Reston Town Center, Historic Downtown Herndon, Dulles Airport, and the Herndon Silver Line Metro Station, the company has established a strong regional reputation for producing critically acclaimed productions and educational programs, while showcasing a wide array of local talent and arts relevant to the community.

Houston Contemporary Dance Company Presents VIGOROUS SPIRIT In November
by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2024


Houston Contemporary Dance Company will present Vigorous Spirit as a part of their 6th Season.

Bergen County Players to Host Post-Show Talkback with Playwright Joe Gilford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 30, 2024


Bergen County Players will host a post-show talkback with playwright Joe Gilford on October 13 at the Little Firehouse Theatre. Learn more about the playwright and see how to attend.

Washington Stage Guild Season Opens with Area Premiere of FAITHLESS by Jon Klein in September
by Blair Ingenthron - August 24, 2024


The Washington Stage Guild's 2024-2025 Season of Determination opens with the area premiere of a provocative and funny play looking at faith from all angles through the lens of one family –Faithless by Jon Klein.

Tsai Hsi Hung, Thang Dao Selected for Joffrey Concert Group Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative
by Blair Ingenthron - August 18, 2024


Joffrey Concert Group has announced the talented choreographers chosen for the prestigious Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative (CMCI).

First Look Buffalo's New Play TEA PARTY Opens September 13
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First Look Buffalo Theatre Company will present TEA PARTY, a new play opening on September 13th.

THE VOID To Receive World Premiere In The Dream Up Festival
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Theater for the New City will present its twelfth  Dream Up Festival in August. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Gibney to Present MOVE|NYC|'s Young Professionals Program in August
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Awardees Revealed For the 2024 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Awards
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The Joyce Theater Foundation to Present Eight Edition of American Dance Platform
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 15, 2023


The Joyce Theater Foundation is continuing its mission to bring the best in dance to its New York City stage in the eighth iteration of American Dance Platform.



Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
(4/16/20 - 4/25/20)
Hollins University
The Revolutionists
(11/1/19 - 11/3/19)
Hollins University

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