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Follow your passion empower your future

As a student at YSU’s University Theatre, you’ll be inspired to explore all aspects of the theatrical arts. Through coursework and hands-on experiences, our world-class faculty will challenge you to grow as an artist and an individual. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, University Theatre will prepare you for success in the theatre industries. 

 

Professional training + dynamic season

We offer degrees in Theatre, Musical Theatre, Design + Tech, and Film Studies. We also offer minors and certificates that provide opportunities for non-majors and allow theatre students to broaden their field of study.

Each year, University Theatre stages multiple high-quality productions, providing opportunities for students to put skills learned in our classrooms into practice.

 

What's on stage?

On the Verge

Oct. 4-5 & 11-12, 7:30 PM
Oct. 6 & 13, 2:00 PM

YSU Ford Theater

Pete the Penguin's Vintage Variety Show

Nov. 22-23, 7:30 PM
Nov. 24, 2:00 PM

YSU Ford Theater

The Playboy of the Western World

Feb. 14-15 & 21-22, 7:30 PM
Feb. 16 & 23, 2:00 PM

YSU Spotlight Theater

[title of show]

Apr. 4-5 & 11-12, 7:30 PM
Apr. 6 & 13, 2:00 PM

YSU Spotlight Theater

 

Dynamic artistic and career preparation

For more than 60 years, YSU's University Theatre has provided outstanding training for tomorrow’s theatre professionals. Our diverse degree programs and multiple productions will expand your artistic, practical, and theoretical knowledge. You’ll develop the skills you need for a variety of careers in the theatre arts and beyond. Let us prepare you for your future!