Imagination. Creative experimentation. Self-expression in a collaborative environment. Finding your voice, your movement, yourself. These are the cornerstones of the arts.
Our Theater and Dance curriculum inspires you toward greater realization of your unique potential and a deeper understanding of others. We believe that participation in and exposure to the arts is an integral part of education, expanding horizons and encouraging tolerance.
You’ll learn creative skills that will enhance your life here and beyond. We welcome students of all levels and interests.
Goel Center for Theater and Dance
Find yourself on the stage, with sold-out houses for major productions.
Performance Schedule
Visit us at the Main Stage and enjoy a performance! See the 2025-26 Theater & Dance Performance Schedule.
Explore Courses
From Introduction to Theater to Puppetry and Props, there's always something new to learn in the Theater & Dance Department.
Everything is student-centered. The teachers can choreograph, but we're going to let you guys take ownership of this. I think that they take pride in that.
David Rhee, chair of the Department of Theater and Dance
Featured Courses
DAN280
Hip-Hop and Choreography
Breaking, locking, krumping, tutting, K-pop, jazz funk, and street jazz are among disciplines that may be explored.
THR203
Public Speaking
We emphasize effective communication skills between speaker and audience, looking at selection and structure of material and at the vocal and physical skills necessary for effective delivery.
THR405
Directing
This course offers the essential theory and practice of stage direction with emphasis on the leadership skills inherent in creating a constructive ensemble rehearsal environment.
By the numbers
theater and dance courses offered each term
performances each year ranging in music, theater, and dance
of student body collaborates on theater productions each year
student led dance clubs and organizations
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