Theatre
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Contact
- Academic Advising
- (815) 921-4100
- RVC-Admissions@rockvalleycollege.edu
- Main Campus - Classroom Building I
About the Program
What can I do with this degree?
Potential Careers & Wages
While students can choose to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelors degree in theatre, some students use theatrical training for a launchpad to other career opportunities.
Pathways in Theatre
RVC offers courses in theatre arts. Many students interested in this field pursue an Associate of Arts to transfer to a four-year college or university. Please meet with an Academic Advisor to develop a clear pathway leading to a seamless transfer experience.
Students should meet with an Academic Advisor to develop a clear pathway leading to a seamless transfer experience or transition to the workforce. For additional possibilities that may require an advanced degree or certification, make an appointment with an Academic Advisor.
The theatre department will present a drama for the fall production and a comedy for the spring production. In addition, the department is launching a new play rreading series call RVC Ground Floor. For more information, contact theatre instructor and director, Jennifer Thompson.
RVC's unique theatre, Starlight Theatre, is the longest continuously running community theatre's in Illinois. It's unique structure, designed by world-renowned architect Jeanne Gang, allows for outdoor performances June through August each year. Starlight presents four mainstage musicals and a musical production for children each summer. Starlight gives students a wonderful opportunity to get hands-on experience both on stage and off. For more information, visit Starlight's webpage.
Each fall, a volunteer troupe called Starlight Shakes presents a Shakespeare on the lawn of Starlight Theatre. For more information about Starlight Shakes and how to get involved, contact Troupe leader, Christopher D. Brady.