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Department of Theatre and Dance
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Ready to embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of performing arts? Look no further than the Central Michigan University Department of Theatre and Dance! We are here to convince you that our department is the ultimate destination for aspiring actors, dancers and theater enthusiasts.
Whether you dream of treading the boards, perfecting your dance moves, or exploring the technical aspects of theater production, we have the resources and expertise to help you achieve your goals. In the Department of Theatre and Dance, we guarantee that you will be challenged, inspired, and supported every step of the way. Unleash your creativity, discover your true potential, and become the artist you were born to be.
BFA Acting and Directing
Our acting and directing program combines real-world experience with support and builds your skills for exciting careers in the theatre and beyond.
BFA Design and Technology
Our concentration in design and technical theatre will prepare you for a dynamic career in theatre production, costuming, design, and beyond.
Dance Studies
We offer a variety of dance-related professions including dancers, choreographers, arts administrators, dance teachers, dance scholars, and much more.
Music Theatre
Have you dreamed of becoming an actor, singer or dancer? Develop the expertise as a performer in theatrical genres that blend acting, music and dance.
Theatre and Interpretation
A major in theatre and interpretation immerses you in every aspect of the theatre world, from acting and directing to design and production.
Theatre and dance programs
Music Theatre
By majoring in music theatre you'll develop as an actor, singer and dancer with the help of accomplished faculty and alongside talented peers. You'll be prepared for a number of fulfilling careers in music, theatre, film and television and more.
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Music Theatre
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Music Theatre
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4 years
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82
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Full-Time
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On Campus
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Have you always dreamed of becoming an actor, singer or dancer? Develop the expertise as a performer in theatrical genres that blend acting, music and dance. Music theatre can prepare you for a number of careers in the exciting world of performing arts.
Learn from visiting professional performers, Fulbright scholars, playwrights, directors, designers, choreographers and others. Become a better actor, singer and dancer with the help of accomplished and experienced faculty in our music theatre program. And broaden your knowledge in playwriting, choreography, set design, or directing depending on your goals. As a well-rounded performer, you'll be ready for anything – whether on stage or behind it..
Starting your very first year, you'll demonstrate what you've learned in the classroom onstage. Each year our program sponsors over 25 productions for students, including six major productions, studio and summer theatre productions and more.
Plus, our unique Summer Theatre program gives you the opportunity to perform in venues across the state, such as Beaver Island's BIC Center and The Playhouse at White Lake–all while earning money and college credit. Our alumni consider this opportunity to be one of their most valued experiences at CMU.
Our department's many resources will be available to you as well. This includes access to roughly 50,000 costumes, a design/tech lab, costume shops and stellar performance venues.
Our alumni have pursued successful careers on Broadway, in regional theatre groups, in film and television and more.
As a music theatre student here, you'll:
- Learn from visiting performers, directors, and choreographers – recently artists from Masashi Action Machine (Japan) and Jump Rhythm Jazz Project (Chicago) have visited.
- Join a community of students, faculty, and staff regularly awarded KCACTF Certificates of Merit.
- Audition to perform in state-of-the-art venues, including the 500-seat proscenium Bush Theatre, a 200-seat round theatre, and a recently renovated 75-seat theatre.
- Participate in several of the over 25 performances offered each year.
- Perform across Michigan in CMU's Summer Theatre program for professional experience, pay, and college credit.
Fall 2024: August 26
Spring 2025: January 13
Auditions for the Music Theatre program are in Early February. Information about the interview process can be found on our Auditions page.
Priority consideration for University Scholarships: Dec. 1
Information about Theatre and Dance Scholarship Deadlines.
With a degree in dance you’ll be prepared for a variety of careers in music, theatre, film and television and other related fields.
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