School of Theatre, Dance, and Film

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The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film provides pre-professional training to dedicated young actors, dancers, designers and educators. Students are invited to Play Boldly in their creative theatre, dance, and film endeavors!

Make Theatre, Dance, and Film a Part of Your Academic Experience

Explore your opportunities on and off stage.

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Majors

Students studying stage lighting

Minors

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Graduate Programs

Financial Support

We offer scholarships to help you achieve your goals.

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Theatre students wear masks that they created.

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A student uses an airbrush to paint during a costume design class.

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A jazz dancer strikes a pose.

Students pay close attention during a theatre class.

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Lighting production students work behind the scenes on a spotlight.

Other Ways to get Involved

You do not have to be a major or minor to be part of our school.

Faculty

Faculty and Staff

Get to know the talented professors, performers, and professionals you will be working with.

More to Explore

There are endless opportunities to engage with the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film.

Performances

Performances

Festival

Illinois Shakespeare Festival

Experience our professional repertory company that produces Shakespearean mainstage productions, family-friendly performances, and other community events. See what is in store for the next Festival

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Crossroads Project

This committee promotes diversity and inclusion in School of Theatre, Dance, and Film through various efforts including guest speakers, public talks, and the Diverse Playwright Initative. Get to know the Crossroads Project

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Saturday Morning Creative Drama

Open to kids in grades K through 6, this program lets your child play, create, and develop skills in formal theatre. Learn more about Saturday Morning Creative Drama

News and Events

View the latest happenings in the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film

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Would you choose to bear children in a dystopian world? The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film presents Erlina Ortiz’s Honey Bee Baby

Honey Bee Baby, directed by M.F.A. directing student Alejandra Luna will be performed September 26-29.