At UD, we offer a theatre and dance major that allows for artists to become well-rounded and socially conscious practitioners through experiential learning in all areas. And with concentrations in acting, applied theatre, dance, music theatre, performance technology or theatre studies, you can personalize your studies to align with your interests and career goals.
In today;s performative world, it is not enough to be a fantastic interpreter of already-scripted works. Graduates in creative fields now also need to know how to create original works: how to research, respond to and ethically represent the communities in which they live.
At UD, you'll gain the theoretical grounding to grapple with the politics of representation and ethically answer the questions: Whose stories? Who for? Why do we tell them? You'll also have an original point of view, a developed perspective and the confidence to contribute. The creative industries call for content creators, and our graduates are poised to meet that demand.
Our students have many opportunities to gain practical experience in their craft. Through the Common Good Players, all students learn applied theatre methods for the most flexible career paths as civically engaged artists that serve their communities.
Our dance ensemble student dancers are mentored by dance professionals who are actively working in their field. We also produce a collaborative dance concert with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company annually, providing a tremendous opportunity for our dance students.
A Performing Arts Scholarship is available for theatre, dance and performance technology students who participate in audition day.
Explore admission options or schedule an academic visit to learn more about theatre, dance and performing technology at UD.
University of Dayton’s theatre, dance and performance technology program provides a liberal arts tradition, creating performance with purpose through interdisciplinary discovery. We engage talent in the service of community, leading through the arts to problem-solve.
Theatre, dance and performance technology majors can choose a concentration in acting, applied theatre, dance, music theatre, performance technology or theatre studies.
This is a sample plan of study for students starting at UD in the 2025-26 academic year. This is a recommended course sequence, but your schedule may vary depending on previously earned college credits, course availability, advisor recommendations, and your personal goals and interests. Please contact your holistic advisor if you have any questions.
At the University of Dayton, our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP), encourages you to integrate knowledge — and put it to use.
Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.
Visit the Academic Catalog for official major requirements, prerequisite(s), course descriptions and more.
At the University of Dayton, applying is free and test scores are optional. When you apply, you'll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.
Learn about our admission process, then apply using UD's application or the Common App.
Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation and success rates, UD is an excellent value.
To help you cover your costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time work study are available. The University also accepts transfer credits and credit by exam for undergraduates, giving you more flexibility to add a double major or minor or participate in a transformational experience like study abroad or co-op.
A Performing Arts Scholarship is available for theatre, dance and performance technology students who participate in audition day.
Get more than your foot in the door — get ready for success. At our College of Arts and Sciences, you will have the opportunity to combine the classroom and business world together in a way that allows you to further sharpen your skills. It’s a key reason why employers love hiring our students — they can hit the ground running.
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