Theatre & Dance

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Mission Statement

The ETSU Department of Theatre & Dance offers comprehensive training within a liberal-arts setting. We believe an investment in the well-being of the whole student is how we best assist our graduates to achieve career goals. At the core of our mission is teaching students the values of decency, respectability, life-long learning, & development as collaborative artists. Through hard work, our students acquire both general & specialized competencies in their chosen concentrations while they benefit from experiential learning in all aspects of creating theatre. In addition to becoming performers, designers, &/or technicians, our students are also problem-solvers, leaders, & team builders who understand the merits of relevant & ever-evolving skillsets.

Vision Statement

The ETSU Department of Theatre & Dance strives to offer the highest caliber training to students across the region. Our NAST accredited program will be known for: focusing on both student & faculty development with an eye toward staying current with technologies and methodologies; building a safe & encouraging learning and working environment for all; exhibiting an elevated standard of professionalism & ethical conduct; working as a unified team--collaboratively teaching, learning, growing, & serving the university, the region, & the profession; creating art that is challenging, enriching, expansive, & relevant.