Theater and Dance

A vibrant theater and dance community.

Discover the best in yourself and others with our vibrant theater and dance community. Whether you aspire to perform, design, direct, teach, or work in any other field, Ursinus can turn your talent into a lifelong career. Our graduates excel as actors, directors, arts administrators, technicians, and educators, thrilling audiences and inspiring future performers.

Photo from April 3-7, 2025 performance of the Tony-award winning best musical, Fun Home.

imagine, transform, and inspire.

We offer comprehensive training in the performing arts, blending historical, critical, and practical approaches. Whether you aim for a professional career or wish to enrich your liberal education, the Ursinus Theater and Dance programs equip you with essential skills in critical thinking, aesthetic awareness, and communication.

preparing you for a life of creativity and impact

Join us in a nurturing, supportive, and collaborative environment where you can express yourself and develop your artistic talents. We offer both majors and minors in:

Theater
Dance
Performing Arts and Visual Design

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Blackbox Studio Theater
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Lenfest Theater
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Rehearsal Studio
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Theater and Dance

imagine, transform, and inspire.

preparing you for a life of creativity and impact

Featured Story

Ursinus College Theater Department Presents “Fun Home”

Nicolette Adams

Theater & Dance Coordinator

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Theater and Dance

imagine, transform, and inspire.

preparing you for a life of creativity and impact

Featured Story

Ursinus College Theater Department Presents “Fun Home”

Ursinus College Majors & Minors

Nicolette Adams

Theater & Dance Coordinator

Related Links