Courses in acting, directing, history, theory, and design are seen through the lens of theatrical production, and the interdisciplinary process of creating live theater is at the heart of everything we teach. For more information please visit https://wp.stolaf.edu/theater/
Typical First-Year Schedule
Fall
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Conversation Program
- World Language
- THEAT 130 or THEAT 140 or THEAT 180 or OLE Core/Elective
- OLE Core/Elective
january term
- OLE Core/Elective
Spring
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Conversation Program
- World Language
- THEAT 130 or THEAT 140 or THEAT 180
- OLE Core/Elective
Informational Event
At the beginning of the fall semester, the department hosts its annual Theater Orientation meeting which is open to all interested St. Olaf students. This meeting is held in Kelsey Theater on the evening of the first day of classes for fall semester. Check with the Theater Office (Ali Regan) to verify the date and time. This meeting covers information about being involved with Theater productions at St. Olaf.
Theater Interest email alias: Interested students and majors should have their name added to the theater interest email alias, th-interest@stolaf.edu. Send an email to Ali Regan (regan1@stolaf.edu) to request to be added. Announcements regarding auditions, production positions, workshops, and opportunities in the Theater Department will be sent throughout the year.
Additional Information
Students should consider becoming involved in theater productions through auditions, practicum courses, or work-study positions.
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS COURSEWORK
- Contact the Department Chair.
Placement
- Contact the Department Chair.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Chair, Department of Theater – William Sonnega (sonnega@stolaf.edu)