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Seton Hall University

Department of Theatre

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400 South Orange Avenue,New Jersey 07079
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre


Students majoring in Theatre learn all aspects of theatrical production from acting, directing, designing, writing and producing. Four mainstage productions are produced each year, two on campus in our unique Theatre-in-the-Round, and two in downtown South Orange at the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC). An attractive and unique element of the program, students are immediately eligible to audition and participate in all productions, including mainstage shows, as early as first semester of freshman year. Our Theatre faculty is comprised of scholars, classically trained actors, directors and accomplished set designers, and is frequently supplemented by guest instructors active in the industry. Given the University's close proximity to Manhattan and the lights of Broadway, students take advantage of unparalleled internship opportunities both locally and in New York City. Many Theatre majors participate annually in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival under the guidance of a faculty mentor, where students receive personal feedback and networking opportunities. From participation in College-produced productions to those produced by the student organization, the Theatre Council, to participation in multiple high-profile internships, most students graduate with a robust portfolio to share with prospective employers. Alumni from the Theatre program have meaningful employment and careers and can be seen onstage and behind the scenes in Broadway, Off-Broadway and local companies. Our alumni have appeared in Broadway productions including NETWORK and Clybourne Park, in television series like The Chi; employed as writer/performer NYC Comedy Pit, among others.

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by A.A. Cristi - July 29, 2024


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by Blair Ingenthron - May 05, 2024


On Thursday, May 16, the South Orange Performing Arts Center will present three events showcasing the cornerstones of its programming: professional artists on the Mainstage, the next generation of artists in the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery, and the community supporting all arts in the Loft. 

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 29, 2023


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by Stephi Wild - November 09, 2023


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​​​​​​​The Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC kicks off a new season of exhibitions with Rhapsody in Color: Aida Jones Abstract Paintings, a series of vivid, energetic abstract paintings from Maplewood-based artist Aida Jones. The exhibition is on display from September 15-November 6. An opening reception for Rhapsody in Color will be held in the Iris Gallery on Thursday, September 15 from 5-8PM. Background music will be provided by Steve Jones. RSVP to the free reception here.



Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
The Revolutionists
(3/17/22 - 3/20/22)
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Summer of '42
(4/30/20 - 5/3/20)
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Men on Boats
(2/20/20 - 2/23/20)
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Approximating Mother
(2/28/19 - 3/3/19)
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ERNEST IN LOVE
(4/26/18 - 4/29/18)
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Oklahoma!
(4/20/17 - 4/23/17)
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LITTLE WOMEN
(4/23/15 - 4/26/15)
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SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
(4/25/13 - 4/28/13)
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