Teaching + Production Spaces
Learn + work in exceptional facilities
Our spacious classrooms and studios encourage creativity and include industry standard equipment and cutting-edge technology. You’ll also gain hands-on experience and hone your craft in our state-of-the-art production spaces. Unless noted otherwise, all spaces are located on the first level of Bliss Hall.
Costume studio
The Costume Shop is a space to design, build, and store costumes for theatrical (and film) productions. The space includes 12 sewing machines, access to a large costume storage space, a dressing room, and stations for students to work on wardrobes for class projects or productions.
Dance studio
Located in the Beeghly Health and Physical Education Center, the Dance Studio is a spacious workplace for dance students to practice.
Scenic Studio
The Scenic Studio, an expansive construction area located on the first level of Bliss Hall, is in very close proximity to the YSU Ford Theater stage and adjacent to the loading dock. Faculty, staff, and students have the tools and dedicated space to create modern sets for theatrical performances.
Stage makeup & wig studio
This suite includes stations for 13 performers to prepare for productions. The Stage Makeup & Wig Studio includes individual mirrors and front and side lighting.
YSU Ford and Spotlight Theater control centers
Both YSU Ford and Spotlight Theaters have spacious control centers that serve those spaces. Lighting and sound operators, as well as a stage manager, have excellent views of the stage, access to state-of-the-art tools, and ample room to oversee a production.
