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Gain theatrical experience on-stage and behind the scenes before transferring to a 4-year program. 

赌钱app可以微信提现 students in a scene from the play "Cabaraet"

Steal the show with interactive coursework that puts you on the set from day one!

Open to all levels of experience and enthusiasm, learn to express yourself creatively with 赌钱app可以微信提现’s Theatre courses:

  • Develop fundamental acting techniques, including improvisation, physical movement, character analysis, and vocal range.
  • Understand the design and application of makeup for theatrical performance.
  • Practice the methods and skills used in costume creation for the theatre and film.
  • Explore foundational elements of theatrical design and develop the skills to translate text into visual content.
  • Run through the steps necessary to create a production, including play selection, script analysis, the audition process, the rehearsal process, stage management, and directing.
  • Learn the technical principles and applications of lighting, sound, and projections for the stage.

Want to go behind the scenes? Or are you ready to step into the spotlight? 赌钱app可以微信提现 offers a performance track or a technical track to an associate degree.

Explore 赌钱app可以微信提现's catalog to learn about our Theatre courses

赌钱app可以微信提现 Theatre courses—great electives for any major! 

Many students enroll in 赌钱app可以微信提现’s Theatre courses before setting foot on stage. Our program is a place where you can try something new, fulfill an elective requirement and discover a passion for the arts. 

At 赌钱app可以微信提现, you’ll learn from faculty comprised of educators and professionals with real world experience, dedicated to furthering your skills in theatrical arts. 

Endless opportunities to craft a stage-worthy portfolio  

Develop your skills in acting or production with 4-5 shows produced each season. Build your portfolio through on-stage performances, production management, set design, and costume construction. 

Our stages in the Midwest Trust Center include Bodker Black Box Theatre—reserved exclusively for Academic Theatre students—and Polsky Theatre. These spaces house remarkable backstage facilities, including our scene, paint, and costume shops; props loft; and student green room. 

Participate in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). Past students have taken part in the Irene Ryan Acting Auditions, attended numerous workshops, and entered student work for competition. 

Take advantage of our extensive offering of performance and technical classes, including Stage Directing and Management, Voice and Speech, Improvisation, Movement for the Stage, Stage Combat, and Business of Acting. 

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Ready to transfer? It’s showtime! 

赌钱app可以微信提现’s Theatre program focuses on preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. We have over 60 transfer agreements—ideal for studying in-state or across the country.

Our department has spent decades developing relationships with local theatres and area professional playhouses. We can help you find internships in the community that match your skill set.

Get Theatre homework help off the stage 

赌钱app可以微信提现's Academic Resource Center offers free tutoring in almost any subject. And our small theatre classes — most have fewer than 25 students — means you’ll get one-on-one attention and feedback from your professors.

Contact info

Ryan Heinlein, Chair of Music, Theatre and Recording Arts 
Director of Instrumental Activities 
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 3275 
Location: OCB 148;
Email: rheinle1@51jiyangshi.com 

New to theatre? Come ‘play’ with us!

Many students enroll in 赌钱app可以微信提现’s Theatre courses before setting foot on stage. Our program is a place where you can try something new, fulfill an elective requirement and discover a passion for the arts.