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Dakota Wesleyan University provides the only Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program offered by a private institution in the state of South Dakota. The BFA in theatre at DWU is a program that consists of practical studio courses, contrasted with lecture and discussion classes. The DWU Bachelor of Fine Arts program consists of two-thirds study in the art of theatre, with a one-third study in more general liberal arts courses; with a simple B.A. in theatre offered by other institutions, the ratio might be reversed.

As both an academic program and theatrical production company, theatre students can find themselves in an environment where they can feel safe and secure while exploring their talent for theatre. Under the supervision of DWU's theatre faculty, participants will explore the numerous genres, styles and approaches to theatrical productions. Students will prepare themselves for graduate programs, employment opportunities or, at least, will become culturally savvy individuals ready to take on the local community theatre.

Auditions for all public performances presented by the DWU theatre department are open to all full-time and part-time students, as well as staff, faculty and the community of Mitchell, S.D.