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Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA 71497
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Northwestern State University Department of Theatre and Dance is designated as the Center for Excellence in the Arts for the University of Louisiana System and is one of only 150 programs in the United States accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. We specialize in undergraduate training in Acting & Directing, Dance, Musical Theatre and Design & Technology.

Northwestern Theatre and Dance produces four to six full stage productions each semester. The typical season includes one or two stage musicals, one or two “straight” shows, a dance concert, an outreach performance, and a classical theatre selection. All NSU or BPCC@NSU students are allowed to audition for the productions. Theatre/Dance students not cast in productions are asked to involve themselves in the productions in other capacities such as backstage assignments, box office, front of house, etc.

The program also produces two or three performances during the summer to provide those students staying in town during the summer performance/production opportunities. Theatre/Dance students are required to maintain a 2.5 grade point average to participate in productions.