University of Missouri

The faculty of UMKC Theatre work actively in professional theatre and mentor our students toward their own goals of working professionally as actors, designers, technicians and dramaturgs.

UMKC's program offers intensive hands-on experience while at the same time fostering the analytical and contextual skills of a liberal arts education. You'll gain practical experience in UMKC venues, on campus with Kansas City Repertory Theatre and on professional stages in the metropolitan area.

The Theatre program trains students in the arts, crafts and traditions of theatre to give you a solid foundation for your future career in the creative industry. They specialize in the development of actors, designers, technicians and historians. You'll be exposed to a wide range of theatrical influences and traditions with the guidance of experienced mentors.

In Conservatory tradition, you'll receive intensive hands-on training while simultaneously gaining analytical skills offered by a liberal arts education. We make theatre not only in UMKC's performing venues, but in many of Greater Kansas City's professional theatres.