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900 State Street
Salem,Oregon 97301
503.370.6222
jcole@willamette.edu
DEGREES OFFERED
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Acting Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Stage Management Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Performance Studies Bachelor of Arts in Theatre - Directing Minor in Theatre
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It’s time to take your love of theatre to the next level. Whether you shine on stage or work behind the scenes, you’ll develop your talents in a program that’s ranked among the nation’s best.
Collaborate with performers, designers and writers on thought-provoking productions. Work alongside students who are dedicated to their craft. And gain insights from faculty and guest artists with extensive academic and professional experience.
You’ll explore all aspects of theatre, including acting, directing, stagecraft, costume construction, design, lighting and dramatic literature. Your experiences — which include professional development opportunities in performance, playwriting, design and technology — will set the stage for an exciting and rewarding career.
Our theatre graduates have continued their studies at Brown, Columbia, Yale and NYU, and they’re pursuing their passion for theatre on Broadway and in film and television. So can you.
Acceptance Rate:
While Willamette University's overall acceptance rate is 80%, there isn't specific data available on the acceptance rate for the Department of Theatre specifically.
Faculty Info:
Bobby Brewer-Wallin, Jonathan Cole, Susan Coromel, Christopher L. Harris, EJ Reinagel, Rachel Kinsman Steck, Michele Ainza, Annie Joslin, Faith Morrison, Stephen Alexander.
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