At SHSU’s Department of Theatre and Musical Theatre, you will gain the skills, confidence, and experience to bring powerful stories to life, onstage and behind the scenes. Our programs offer comprehensive training in acting, voice, movement, design, and theatre education, preparing you for careers in performance, production, teaching, and beyond. You will take part in fully produced theatrical productions and collaborate with faculty and visiting professionals who bring real-world expertise into every rehearsal and class. Whether your passion lies in the spotlight, the classroom, or the creative process, SHSU is where your story begins and where you learn to tell it with impact.
Discover how to apply, explore our state-of-the-art facilities, and find opportunities to learn and create beyond the classroom.
Visit the Department of Theatre and Musical Theatre’s calendar of performances and special events featuring the work of SHSU students, faculty, and guest artists.
See how our students, alumni, and faculty bring stories to life on stage and behind the scenes through acting, design, direction, and creative work that reflects passion, skill, and collaboration.
Lecturer and theatre artist Dain Geist premiered his dark comedy Seven Assassins Walk Into a Bar at Houston’s Main Street Theatre, exploring morality and camaraderie through sharp wit and inventive storytelling. The production united SHSU faculty, alumni, and students behind the scenes—demonstrating the university’s creative reach and spirit of collaboration within the Houston arts community.
Dance lecturer Rasika Borse transforms her lifelong passion for movement into global connection through her companies, Bollywood Signature and RB Dance. Blending classical Indian dance with jazz and ballet, Borse fosters artistic expression and community across borders—empowering students and performers to find connection through rhythm, culture, and collaboration.
SHSU graduate students such as Santiago Cortes Mejia represent the institution’s steadfast commitment to expanded excellence across the globe.
Email Address
theatre@shsu.edu
Phone Number
936.294.1329
Mailing Address
BOX 2297 Huntsville, TX 77341
Physical Address
1740 Bobby K. Marks Drive, Huntsville, TX 77340
Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM