Program Overview

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Theatre Arts Program Overview

The University of Iowa's Theatre Arts program is designed to foster collaboration and mastery across various disciplines. The program aims to develop theatre artists and new work, grounded in the study of dramatic literature.

Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts

The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts is an intensive 3-year course of study dedicated to the development of theatre artists and new work. The program is connected to its sister programs through formal and informal collaborations.

Fields of Study

The MFA in Theatre Arts offers the following fields of study:

• Acting
• Design
• Directing
• Dramaturgy
• Playwriting
• Stage Management

Program Structure

Each of Iowa's MFA programs is:

• An intensive 3-year course of study
• Dedicated to the development of theatre artists and new work
• Grounded in the study of dramatic literature
• Connected to its sister programs by means of formal and informal collaborations

Academic Path

Students can create their academic path by exploring degree overviews, requirements, course lists, academic plans, and more to help plan their education and explore possibilities.

Current Course List

The current course list is available, including course instructors, time and location, and features to drop courses or change sections.

Undergraduate Programs

The University of Iowa's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate programs in Theatre Arts, including:

• Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts
• Double Major
• Minor in Theatre Arts
• Certificate in Social Justice and the Performing Arts
• Certificate in Digital Arts
• Track in Music Theatre

Facilities

The Theatre Arts program has access to various facilities, including:

• Theatre Building
• E. C. Mabie Theatre
• David Thayer Theatre
• Alan MacVey Theatre
• MOCAP/VR Studio
• Acting Studios and Classrooms
• ABW 360 Sound and Media Classroom
• Costume Shop
• Scene Shop
• Design Lab
• Lighting Lab
• Equipment
• Rentals and reservations

Research and Creative Work

The program encourages research and creative work, with opportunities for students to engage in various projects and collaborations.

People

The Theatre Arts program is supported by a faculty and staff team, including:

• Acting Faculty
• Design Faculty
• Directing Faculty
• Dramaturgy Faculty
• Playwriting Faculty
• Stage Management Faculty
• Emeritus Faculty
• Staff

Events

The program hosts various events, including:

• Virtual Lobby
• All Events
• Mainstage Productions
• Gallery Series
• Workshop Series
• Reading Series
• Borderless Series
• Special Projects
• Iowa New Play Festival

About

The Theatre Arts program is part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Iowa, with a mission to foster collaboration, creativity, and excellence in the field of theatre arts.