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107 Theatre Building
Iowa City,Iowa 52242
319.335.2700
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Musical Theatre

Bachelor of Arts Double Major in Theatre and Dance

Bachelor of Arts Double Major in Theatre and Music

Minor in Theatre Arts

Master of Fine Arts in Acting

Master of Fine Arts in Design

Master of Fine Arts in Directing

Master of Fine Arts in Dramaturgy

Master of Fine Arts in Stage Management


The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts is one of the oldest and most respected theatre programs in the country. We offer students the opportunity to earn an undergraduate BA degree or an MFA degree with an emphasis in acting, directing, design, playwriting, dramaturgy, or stage management. New work and collaboration are the hallmarks of our department. For more than 90 years, we have supported the development of new plays by students, faculty, and distinguished guests. We recognize that every play, whether new or old, is brought to life through the complex collaborative effort of a writer, director, dramaturg, designers, actors, stage managers, and technicians. In order to support this process, we seek to create an atmosphere of passion for the art and generosity of spirit. The Department of Theatre Arts is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST). It is a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association (URTA).

Faculty Info:

Mary Beth Easley, Daniel Fine, Kristen L Hartsgrove Mooers, Fannie Hungerford, Paul Kalina, Alan MacVey, Mary Mayo, Joe Osheroff, James Albert, Loyce Arthur, Mark Bruckner, R. Eric Stone, Bryon Winn, Art Borreca, Dare Clubb, Megan Gogerty, Kim Marra, Lisa Schlesinger, Abbie Katz, Melissa L. F. Turner, Barbara Croy, Rachel Duncan, Robert Durham, Rick Loula, Joshua Nathanson, Joan Newhouse, Megan Petkewec.



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Past Student Productions

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(4/15/22 - 4/24/22)
University Of Iowa Theatre Arts
Talk to Me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen
(2/10/22 - 2/12/22)
University Of Iowa Theatre Arts
Our Lady of 121st Street
(10/8/21 - 10/16/21)
University Of Iowa Theatre Arts
Sweat
(10/3/19 - 10/12/19)
PHOTOS VIDEOS
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Too Heavy for Your Pocket
(6/1/19 - 6/30/19)
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A Grand Night for Singing
(11/9/18 - 11/11/18)
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