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Lincoln,Nebraska 68588
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Technical Production

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Emerging Media Arts

Master of Fine Arts in Scenic Design

Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design

Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design

Master of Fine Arts in Technical Direction


The Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film is committed to the philosophy that prospective practitioners of theatre, film and new media must be provided with thorough education, training and practical skills for employment in industry and educational settings. Teaching, research/creative scholarship, and service are the traditional and primary methodologies utilized to accomplish our goals. Additionally, the production of plays, films, and new media projects reflects the School's commitment to professional training in the educational environment. The School's production activities encompass all of our goals, relating them to theatre and moving image education and training.

Notable Alumni Include:

Josie Azzam, Elizabeth Baquet, Shane Bystrom, Timothy Croshaw, David Duffy, Jessie Graff, Aja Jackson, Zach Janky, Alexander Jeffery, Abby Miller, Matt Miller, Mike Peters, Scott Raymond, Benito Sanchez.




Faculty Info:

Christina Kirk, Andrew Park, Megan Elliott.



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(3/23/20 - 3/23/20)
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