Theatre and Dance

Theatre and Dance Department

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Welcome to Theatre and Dance!

At 海角社区, Theatre & Dance is for everyone. Whether you're majoring in theatre, dance, design, or simply looking to try something new, you'll find opportunities to create, collaborate, and grow.

Study acting, directing, costume design, or dance while exploring interdisciplinary courses that connect the performing arts with fields across campus. Every year brings new opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences, guest artists, and creative collaboration.

Our wide variety of theatre and dance adjuncts makes it easy to explore something new. Train in traditional styles like ballet and hip hop, or try something unexpected like stand-up comedy, acro dance, or other movement classes. Whether you're building on years of experience or stepping into a studio for the first time, there's a place for you.

You don't have to be a Theatre & Dance major or minor to get involved. Audition for productions, work backstage, build scenery, design costumes, take classes, or simply discover a new passion alongside students from every major on campus.

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Dance

Learn about the dance program.

Theatre

Learn about the theatre program.

Productions & Performances

See upcoming performances and events.

Courses

Explore theatre and dance courses or check out our 2026-27 adjunct course offerings.

People

Meet our faculty and staff, visiting artists, and teaching artists.

Alumni

Explore alumni spotlights and residency opportunities.

What's Happening

Coming Soon: Information on A Midsummer Night's Dream Auditions

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Coming Soon: Information on A Midsummer Night's Dream Performances

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Why Study Theatre & Dance at 海角社区?

海角社区's Block Plan allows students to focus on one course at a time. For theatre and dance students, that means the opportunity to immerse themselves in rehearsals, productions, creative projects, and performance work without balancing multiple classes at once. The result is an educational experience that encourages exploration, collaboration, and artistic growth.

Absolutely. Students from every major are encouraged to get involved with productions, performances, and many department events. Whether you're interested in performing, working backstage, designing, costuming, helping build scenery, or simply exploring a new creative outlet, there are opportunities to participate regardless of your major.

Learning extends well beyond the classroom. Students gain practical experience through acting, dance performance, choreography, directing, stage management, scenic construction, costume design, lighting, sound, and other production roles. Every production is a collaborative effort, giving students the opportunity to develop new skills while working alongside faculty and peers.

Students present their work in a variety of ways throughout the year, including mainstage productions, dance performances, student-directed projects, design exhibitions, senior thesis work, and other creative presentations. These experiences allow students to share their artistic growth with the campus community while building a professional portfolio.

The department regularly welcomes guest artists, visiting faculty, and industry professionals who bring new perspectives and expertise to campus. Students may have opportunities to participate in workshops, master classes, lectures, and special projects that complement their coursework and broaden their understanding of the performing arts.

Small class sizes create opportunities for meaningful mentorship and individualized feedback. Faculty work closely with students in the classroom, rehearsal spaces, studios, and production environments, helping them develop both technical skills and artistic confidence throughout their time at 海角社区.

Theatre and dance are inherently collaborative art forms, and our department reflects that spirit. Students, faculty, guest artists, and staff work together to create performances, solve creative challenges, and support one another throughout the artistic process. Whether you're performing on stage, designing costumes, or working behind the scenes, you'll be part of a community that values creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.

The skills developed through theatre and dance extend far beyond the stage. Graduates pursue careers in performance, design, arts administration, education, entertainment, and many other fields that value creativity, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.

Explore our Alumni page to learn more about where 海角社区 Theatre & Dance graduates have gone.

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Featured Student: Carina Rockart

Carina Rockart's "Dance, Wingless Child" 

This spring, Theatre and Dance student Carina Rockart transformed months of research, design, and craftsmanship into Dance, Wingless Child, a haunting dollhouse installation presented in Norberg Studio A and the Tutt Library.

Every element of the installation was meticulously handcrafted, from individually placed roof shingles and custom wallpaper to miniature floor tiles and architectural details. The project reflected both artistic vision and extraordinary attention to detail.

In recognition of her dedication to the department and excellence in her work, Carina was awarded the Pamela Riley Prize, an annual honor presented to an outstanding Theatre & Dance student.

Explore highlights from the exhibition below.

Exhibition poster for Dance, Wingless Child, a haunted dollhouse installation by Carina Rockart.

Dance, Wingless Child

Exhibition poster for Carina Rockart's haunted dollhouse installation, displayed in Tutt Library during the spring semester.

Front view of the handcrafted haunted dollhouse displayed in the gallery.

The Finished Installation

The completed haunted dollhouse displayed as part of Carina Rockart's senior thesis exhibition.

Exhibition materials, including photographs and printed information about the installation.

Exhibition Display

Research materials and exhibition elements accompanying the installation.

Display table with books, sketches, and design materials related to the project.

Design Process

Sketches, books, and reference materials documenting the creative process behind the project.

Visitor viewing the Dance, Wingless Child exhibition.

Gallery Visitors

Visitors explore Dance, Wingless Child during its public exhibition.

Interior view of the dollhouse showing a staircase and detailed miniature architecture.

Interior Details

A close-up view of the handcrafted interior architecture inside the dollhouse.

Detailed miniature room inside the haunted dollhouse with handcrafted furnishings and stained-glass window.

Miniatures

One of the miniature rooms showcasing intricate details and furnishings.

Exterior detail of the haunted dollhouse highlighting handcrafted architectural features.

Exterior Craftsmanship

Close-up of the dollhouse exterior highlighting handcrafted architectural details.

Side view of the haunted dollhouse with the interior exposed to reveal miniature rooms.

Inside the Dollhouse

Side view revealing the detailed interior rooms of the installation.

Visitor examining the haunted dollhouse installation in the gallery.

Viewing the Installation

A visitor examines the dollhouse during the gallery exhibition.

Visitor closely inspecting the handcrafted haunted dollhouse.

Closer Look

Visitors inspect the intricate craftsmanship throughout the installation.

Wide view of the Dance, Wingless Child exhibition featuring the dollhouse installation.

Gallery Exhibition

A wide view of the exhibition featuring Dance, Wingless Child.

Visitor viewing the gallery exhibition and accompanying display panels.

Exploring the Exhibit

Visitors engage with the installation and accompanying display materials.

Visitors viewing the Dance, Wingless Child haunted dollhouse installation.

Community Reception

Guests view Carina Rockart's thesis installation during its public exhibition.

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