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James Madison University, School of
Theatre and Dance Is an Accredited
Member of the National
Association of
Schools of Theatre and the National
Association
of Schools of Dance |
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From the
Director: |
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Welcome
to the JMU School of Theatre and Dance.
This is a vibrant program that combines the best attributes of a
liberal arts education and professional training. As evidenced by
the success of our
graduates, this is a combination
that works to produce uniquely qualified theatre and dance
practitioners.
 Approximately 200
students are working toward the B.A. in theatre, musical theatre or
dance, with another 60 minors. Students study with a
faculty of working professionals that give personal attention to
every student. With 17 full-time faculty and staff, along with a
dozen part –time professionals and guest artists, students have the
opportunity to work with a diversely talented group on a wide range
of performance opportunities. Students work directly with faculty
directors, choreographers and designers on main stage productions.
One of the distinctive features of the School of
Theatre and
Dance is the emphasis we place on student generated work in our
Experimental Theatre and Dance Studio productions.
The greatest strength of our
program is the JMU student The students who attend James Madison
University are a dynamic and self-motivated group. Whether your
interest is in dance, musical theatre, cutting-edge drama,
children’s theatre, design, management or performance history, you
are sure to find other students with similar interests and
ambitions.
As you explore this web site
you will get a small taste of the world of theatre and dance at
James
Madison University . If you would like to visit
or speak with someone in the program, please call the main office at
540.568.6342 and we will try to help you. Thanks for your interest
in what we do! [WHY ATTEND
JMU?]
WILLIAM
BUCK, Director, School of Theatre and
Dance |
James Madison University
School of
Theatre and Dance
147 Warsaw Avenue, MSC 5601
Harrisonburg, VA
22807
540.568.6342
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| About the
School of Theatre and Dance |
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Concentrations |
Program
Goals |
| The Theatre Concentration
Theatre students are
exposed to all aspects of performance and production, as
well as the academic study of theatre history, dramatic
literature and criticism. Our students act the parts,
construct the sets and costumes, and are responsible for
running the productions. 
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| The Dance Concentration
Dance students
develop abilities in performance, choreography and
movement instruction. Through intensive dance courses
and abundant performance opportunities, students receive
a well-rounded education and the skills necessary to
pursue a dance career. |
| The Musical Theatre Concentration
Students receive
training in musical theatre theory, practice, literature
and performance. Musical theatre graduates possess the
skills required to pursue careers in musical theatre and
related entertainment areas. |
Loads of
Performance Opportunities
- A main stage season of four theatre and three dance
productions, including a musical which is jointly produced
with the School of Music.
- An Experimental Theatre season of twelve to fifteen
student produced shows. These may include student scripts,
plays and musicals. Also ten to fifteen Directing Class
One-Acts each fall.
- Studio dance productions typically include original
student choreography as well as the work of guest artists
and faculty.
- The summer Children’s Playshop produces high quality
plays for children and families.
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The James Madison University School of
Theatre and Dance seeks to provide the following benefits for
its students and/or the general University
community:
- An ability to understand and
express conceptual knowledge
- An appreciation of the great
works of theater and dance by viewing
productions
- An appreciation of theatre
and dance as it exists on television, in films, on the stage
and in other daily activities
- Training to work within a
group toward a defined goal with a deadline
- Training for a professional
career in theatre and/or dance
- Training for graduate level
studies in theatre and/or dance
- To provide interdisciplinary
support and enrichment to academic programs at James Madison
University
- To provide artistic
stimulation and cultural enrichment to the extended
community of James Madison University and the Shenandoah
Valley.
[WHY ATTEND JMU?]
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