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Discover Our Story

Behind the Curtain
At the heart of our department is a team of dedicated faculty and staff who are committed to guiding students at every stage of their journey. Our approach emphasizes not just skill development but also sustainability and long-term growth, ensuring that students are well-prepared to become influential change-makers in their fields. We are proud to foster an environment where students evolve into not only skilled artists but also proactive leaders within their communities and industries. By integrating real-world challenges and collaborative projects into our curriculum, we empower students to make meaningful contributions and drive positive change. 

A peek into our History

Be Part of the Legacy
The Department of Theatre at OSU was created when the Seretean Center for the Performing Arts opened its doors in 1970. Prior to that, theatre was taught and practiced within the Department of Speech.

Under the guidance of the legendary Vivia Nail Locke and the beloved Jerry Davis, two former department heads and faculty members, the Department of Theatre grew in the 1980s and 1990s to its current size and stature, with top-ranked faculty recruited from around the country and students highly placed in the entertainment industry!

Theatre Community HighlightsFaculty, Staff, and achivements

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