The FAMU Essential Theatre
The Essential Theatre maintains its dedication to developing a competitive and quality theatre program that provides the student with pre-professional training achieved through classroom activities and practical production experiences.
Let The Show Begin!
Spotlight Unveiled: Curtain Up on the 2023 – 2024 Theatre Season!
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Explore Our 2023 - 2024 Season!
A Peek Behind the Curtain: Everything You Need To Know About The Essential Theatre
Whether you're seeking details on our current season, ticket information, and auditions, OR you're eager to explore our exceptional facilities and programs, we've got you covered. Your theater Essential Theatre experience starts here.
About Us, Faculty & Staff
Behind The BrillianceDiscover more about our dedicated Faculty & Staff who guide our aspiring talents.Faculty & Staff Directory, Faculty & Staff Highlights
Auditions
Prepare Like a ProAuditions are open to Non-Theatre majors and to the general public. FAMU Theatre majors will have preference for roles that are suitable for them.
Facilities
Our Theatrical PlaygroundThe Essential Theatre houses several facilities that assist us in putting on our fantastic productions.Charles Winter Wood Theatre - Edmonds Stage, Ronald O. Davis Acting Studio, Green Room/Student Lounge, Costume Shop, Construction/ Scenic Shop, Dressing Rooms
Gallery of Distinction
Legends of the LimelightEnshrinement into one of FAMU's Galleries of Distinction is one of the highest honors the university may bestow upon one of its graduates.
General Information & Etiquette
Stage-Ready DecorumAcquainting yourself with our Etiquette guidelines will ensure that the theatre experience is an enjoyable and memorable for every audience member.Accessibility, Etiquette, Parking, etc.
I.C.E Youth Theatre
Young Thespians UniteSince 1997 the Irene C. Edmonds Youth Theatre (ICEYT) has been a creative force in Tallahassee children’s Theatre.
Latest News
Spotlight Scoop: Stay in the LoopYour front-row seat to all the behind-the-scene buzz and onstage brilliance. Stay in the know about whats happening in the Essential Theatre
Morning Matinee Series
Rise, Shine, and Enjoy!This Program creates cultural excursion opportunities by offering students and senior citizens morning performances of our productions at discounted rates
Senior Showcase
Our Rising StarsThe FAMU Essential Theatre presents the 2023 Senior Showcase. This presentation of scenes and monologues allows students to share their projects with the community.Discover more about each senior by visiting their websites and resumes!
Support The Essential Theatre
Elevate the ArtsEmpower the Future of The Essential Theatre at FAMU. Your contribution fuels creativity, innovation, and emerging talent talent in our theater program.
Theatre Degree Program
Earn Your SpotlightUnder the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, and the Department of Visual Arts, Humanities and Theatre, the theatre program offers two degrees: the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science.
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