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Theatre

  • Major

Take the stage. Run the show behind the scenes.

Overview

We offer a theatre major and theatre teaching licensure for you to take an interdisciplinary approach to performance. With individualized education plans and opportunities, both on stage and behind the scenes in five to six productions each year, you will graduate with a wide range of experience in every aspect of theatre.

Our faculty will support you to express yourself creatively and make a positive impact on the world around you. You’ll have the opportunity to practice your talents in our season productions each year, ranging from musical comedy to social-driven drama. You’ll learn that theatre is more than just about performing, it is also a social service project that brings together communities. The skills you build in the program easily transfer to careers on stage, behind the scenes, in the front of the house, or even outside of the theatre. Faculty-led trips to New York City offer you a real-world glimpse into all aspects of theatre performance and management.

Featured Theatre Student Story

theatre student Tanner Trigg

  • "At all the other schools I had to pick one – either track or theatre – I couldn’t do both. I get to do what I love here and didn’t have to give up anything.”

    Tanner Trigg '20, Theatre

    Doing it all is something Tanner applies to many aspects of his college experience. Although his primary focus is on theatre performance, through his coursework and participation in shows he has built a broad-based skillset. He has designed sets, worked with sound and lights, stage management, and has even recently learned to sew.

  • "What was really exciting about coming to McPherson was that I could do both on-stage and off-stage work. The other programs were going to make me choose.”

    Liz Thornton '20, Student-Designed Major: Theatre/Business/Communications

    Aside from being able to design her own major and not have to compromise on what she could focus on, Liz said McPherson College was also the most affordable choice.

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Additional Programs

  • Teaching Licensure

    Share your passion and knowledge of the theatre with the next generation of thespians.

  • Design Your Major

    If you’re interested in theatre and another subject, consider designing your own major to combine your talents. We’ll find a path that best sets you up for a successful career.

Experiences & Outcomes

  • 2019-2020 MC Theatre Season poster

    Theatre Season

    The McPherson College theatre department announces its 2019-2020 theatre season, which includes a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to perform one of its productions internationally in January.

    19-20 Theatre Season
  • First Nighters dinner theatre

    First Nighters

  • Alpha Psi Omega

    The theatre honor society offers a unique opportunity to experience theatre outside of the classroom. Members of APO plan, organize, and host a play-themed dining event at all mainstage shows for First Nighters, the season ticket holders organization. It is the longest running dinner theatre program in Kansas.

Faculty & Staff

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Get started.

Are you ready to see what you will do and who you will become at McPherson College? We’ll guide you through the admissions process and connect you with financial aid and scholarship opportunities to make it happen.

Admissions

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