The Acting Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point offers a comprehensive, conservatory training in stage and screen acting for the students interested in a performance career. The acting program in nationally accredited with the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
Explore Career Opportunities in Acting
Acting Majors take classes that include acting
(Meisner, Stanislavski Techniques), voice and articulation, period
acting, improvisation, makeup, directing, acting for the camera, stage
combat, dialects and theater history. Career options include:
- Stage Acting
- Film Acting
- Television/Commercial Acting
- Voice Over Artist
- Movement Coach
- Casting Director
- Teaching Artist
Get Involved on Campus
At UW-Stevens Point you will have opportunities each year to perform in a variety of venues including Jenkins Theatre, our black box Studio Theatre. Yearly performance opportunities include:
- Contemporary theatre productions
- Classical theatre productions
- Player's student group performances
- Master Classes with visiting artists
More opportunities can be found on the Stevens Point Involvement Network (SPIN).
Gain Experience Outside the Classroom
Graduating seniors travel to New York
City to audition for leading agents and casting directors in an exciting
introduction to New York City and the professional world. The training our majors
receive is excellent preparation for success in nationally ranked
graduate programs. Summer internships opportunities include:
- Repertory Theatres
- Summer Theatre Festivals
- Universal Studios
- Disney
Meet Your Acting Professors
UW-Stevens Point faculty members are accessible and happy to help majors get the most out of their educational experience. Our experienced faculty integrates acting, voice and movement into a rigorous professional training program.They have directed and performed nationally and internationally throughout their careers. Meet your professors!
