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Theatre and Dance Department | Samford University

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Samford University equips students with the skills for careers in theatre and dance, fostering artistic growth and soul-driven creativity.
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Why Study Theatre at Samford?
If you want to turn your calling into a career, cultivate your craft, and become a well-rounded thespian, Samford is for you.
Samford’s Department of Theatre and Dance prepares actors, directors, teaching artists, designers and production technicians for careers in the arts, while nurturing their artistry with soul.
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Pursue Your Calling and Prepare for a Fulfilling Career.

Samford’s Department of Theatre and Dance develops the whole person...in a collaborative creative community, through purpose driven, personalized projects, to impact the world as storytellers and artists.

Samford’s Department of Theatre and Dance is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST).

Hallmarks of Theatre & Dance at Samford

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Professionalism

From costume and lighting design to acting and directing, students gain valuable and expansive knowledge through professionally produced shows from day one.

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Collaboration

Students participate in interdisciplinary projects that foster innovation, communication, and diversity of thought for a more holistic education where artists, actors, dancers, and musicians join forces to push creative boundaries.

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Outreach

We aspire to be a leader in undergraduate theatre and dance education with a commitment to the artist as a community partner and contributor.

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