Elevate Your Creativity and Cultivate Your Craft at BW
Set the stage for your future at Baldwin Wallace University’s top-ranked theatre and dance programs, a collaborative community of performers, creators and innovators who are redefining excellence in theatre for a new generation.
Top 25 in the World
“The 25 Best Drama Schools in the World” The Hollywood Reporter
14+ Stage Productions
Plays, Musicals, Operas and Dance performances each year
#1 in the State
“Best College Theatre Program in Ohio” Onstage Blog
Explore Theatre and Dance Majors, Minors and Programs
With an emphasis on experiential learning, our undergraduate-only Conservatory of Performing Arts blends artistic excellence with innovation, entrepreneurial spirit and exceptional performance experiences. Small class sizes, challenging courses, a culture of performance and faculty mentoring are at the heart of our theatre and dance majors.
Majors
Minors
Emphasis Programs
Additional Program
Conservatory Leadership & Faculty
BW Conservatory leadership and faculty are educators and mentors committed to your personal and professional success.
They are renowned artists and scholars with impressive credentials and decades of real-world experience. They'll help you achieve technical precision, artistic expression and foster important real-world opportunities for your studies.
Susan Van Vorst
Dean, Conservatory of Performing Arts
Beth Hiser
Associate Dean, Music
Bryan Bowser
Associate Dean, Theatre Arts & Entrepreneurship
Contact Conservatory of Performing Arts Admissions
“Take the time to explore all of your options, but do so with the goal of finding a place where you can combine your passion with a reasonable career path.”
Matthew Miller
Director of Performing Arts Admission
BW Consertatory
(440) 826-2367, music@airllevant.com