2022 - 2023 College Guide (Name Tag QR Code)
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Jacksonville University<br />
2800 University Blvd N<br />
Jacksonville, Florida, 32211-3321<br />
(904) 502-7462<br />
Chairperson: Dr. Eric DeCicco, edecicc@ju.edu<br />
Department Contact: Dr. Jay Ivey, jivey@ju.edu<br />
Academic Year: August to May<br />
Degrees Offered: BA and BFA in Theatre; BFA in Musical Theatre<br />
Program Objectives: The Department of Theatre offers theatrical artists including actors,<br />
designers, stage managers, technicians, and others the chance to interrogate their own artistic<br />
competencies and talents, while working with a close-knit department that is focused on<br />
innovation, personal growth, and professional development. We truly believe our success is<br />
rooted in the artistic and creative exploration of unselfish collaboration, which promotes<br />
risk-taking and bold artmaking.<br />
History: The Department of Theatre at the Linda Berry Stein <strong>College</strong> of Fine Arts & Humanities<br />
(Stein <strong>College</strong>) at Jacksonville University is a premier arts education institution that offers<br />
individualized theatrical artist training through a liberal arts framework in a private university<br />
setting. Graduates of the program enjoy work across many capacities of the entertainment<br />
industry. Our actors can be seen on stages across the country and on major networks and<br />
platforms. Our technicians and designers are managing theatres, working in theme park design,<br />
and consistently developing innovative practices in their fields.<br />
Facilities, Classrooms, and Theatres: Within the LBSCFA, the Department of Theatre<br />
physically lives in Swisher Theater, a 22,000 square-foot, 400-seat proscenium space with<br />
functioning classrooms, scenic and allied arts and crafts shops, and faculty offices. The<br />
department also has access to a 100-seat Blackbox theater, a large concert hall managed by<br />
the Department of Music, and another intimate space, Studio North, managed by the<br />
Department of Dance.<br />
Scholarships and/or Assistantships: We offer competitive scholarships for the study of the<br />
performing arts.<br />
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