Bachelor's in Theatre and Dance

Keene State College, located in picturesque Keene, New Hampshire, is a vibrant institution committed to academic excellence and community engagement. The college has a rich history of providing a transformative education to its students. With a strong emphasis on liberal arts and sciences, Keene State offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs that prepare students for success in their chosen fields. The college's campus is characterized by a close-knit community, fostering a supportive environment for learning and personal growth. Keene State is known for its dedicated faculty who prioritize teaching and mentorship, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. With a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, Keene State College prepares students not only for successful careers but also to be responsible and engaged citizens in a global context.

The theatre and dance program at Keene State marries creativity and artistic discipline to the solid foundation of a liberal arts education. Where you are an integral part of creative study and public performances from the outset, gaining practical experience and confidence in all facets of production and critical interaction under the guidance and tutelage of an experienced faculty. The curriculum provides immediate engagement with the formation of a cohort of first-year students. In addition, upper-level performance majors intersect with incoming students in Ensemble, Voice, and Movement. The pedagogical approach establishes an inclusive major-to-major mentorship and environment that not only supports but also nourishes student scholarship. With the rehearsal and performance facilities of the Redfern Arts Center on Brickyard Pond as your laboratory, you participate in faculty-directed productions, attend master classes and workshops with visiting artists, and present your own work to community and scholarly audiences. Actors, dancers, designers and technicians work together and learn from each other, sharing a common core curriculum. Alumni of the program – in academia, on and off Broadway, and in many other settings – demonstrate that graduates are prepared for participation, employment, and advanced study in the performing arts.