Theatre

Experienced faculty members and inspiring spaces are the foundation for our Theatre program, whether you want to be in the spotlight or running it. With immediate opportunities onstage, backstage, and in classes, you will challenge yourself, supercharge your skills, and prepare for opening night.

A scene from Chicago

Program Highlights

  • Scholarship availability for up to $2,500 per year    
  • First Year Student show every fall  
  • Living History acting internships at The John & Annie Glenn Museum    
  • Preparation for summer stock auditions under the guidance of professionals
  • Connections with alumni who work professionally in theatre 
  • Annual trips to The Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival, and The Stratford Shakespeare Festival.
  • Paid positions on technical production staff
  • Membership in Alpha Psi Omega, National Theatre Honorary or Muskie Players, Theatre Appreciation Club.

Students at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival with Sponsors John and Therese Gardner

Outcomes

After completing our Theatre program, students go on to careers as performers, designers, technicians, stage managers, directors, educators, playwrights, and in business roles in the industry.

Muskingum Theatre majors have been admitted into graduate programs at schools including Ohio University, University of Minnesota, UCLA, University of Delaware, and University of New Orleans.

Students in front of Caldwell Hall

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