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All The World’s a Stage
Russell Sage College’s Theatre program graduates bring stories to life — as performers, technicians, writers, directors and more.
Introduction
With courses ranging from acting to stagecraft to history and literature, Russell Sage College produces well-rounded artists — both onstage and off. Theatre is, by its nature, a hands-on experience, and you’ll be exposed to every part of it through our robust schedule of live productions — up to 70 performances a year. Students applying for admission must perform an entrance audition.
Faculty
Our faculty are dedicated teachers and talented artists in their own right. They include experienced actors, directors, costume designers and more — all focused on guiding you as you gain the knowledge and skills necessary for success.
Program Distinctions
The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program provides a spectrum of learning opportunities that will help you become a fully-developed professional with multiple career options. Learning in our Schacht Auditorium and our James L. Meader Little Theater (named for the second president of Russell Sage College), you’ll be active in many different production roles.
Theatre Institute at Sage
Established in 2011, the Theatre Institute at Sage is dedicated to providing quality live theatre and arts-in-education programming in the Albany/Troy Capital Region for youth, educators and residents. It also allows Russell Sage College students opportunities as performers, technicians and teachers.
Russell Sage College also offers a Bachelor of Science in Musical Theatre for students interested in transforming their singing and dancing talents into a career.
“A lot of the stories we tell are things that people need to hear.”
David Baecker, MFA
Associate Professor of Theatre
Spotlights
Read more from students, faculty and alumni.
Your Future
As a graduate of the Russell Sage College Theatre program, you’ll be equipped to pursue careers in (or out of) the arts or continue your education in grad school.
Careers
There are many different ways our graduates make a living in theatre — from directing and writing to stage managing and arts administration. Alumni have contributed to countless productions, including My Fair Lady and War Paint on Broadway. They have gone on to become performers, directors, filmmakers, teachers and even lawyers.
Graduate Studies
For those who wish to further their education, Russell Sage College prepares you for graduate studies in directing, writing, costume design and more. Our alumni have been admitted to graduate programs at renowned institutions like Yale and Sarah Lawrence College. Others have gained additional hands-on experience by apprenticing with Dorset Theatre Festival in Vermont, Woolly Mammoth Theatre in Washington, D.C., Two River Theatre in New Jersey and many others.
