School of Theatre & Dance | College of Design, Art & Performance | University of South Florida
Success Stories
Hands-on education, real-world practice and mentoring. At the USF College of Design, Art & Performance you will experience the support and be given the opportunities you need to pursue your passion and grow in your profession. The stories above highlight the journeys and accomplishments of our students and alumni. Join us and take the next step in your own success story.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts
Dance Performance
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Bachelor of Arts
Dance Studies
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USF Dance student performing in the 2018 Fall Dance Concert.
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USF Theatre students performing in "She Kills Monsters."
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Bachelor of Arts
Theatre Arts
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Bachelor of Arts
Theatre Design
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Bachelor of Arts
Theatre Performance
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Minors & Certificate Programs
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Textiles in the Theatre costume shop.
Discover Our Academic Programs
The stage is an opportunity, and it’s yours for the taking at the USF School of Theatre & Dance. Here you will develop as an artist and scholar through rigorous training in the studio and classroom. Frequent performance and production opportunities enable you to explore and excel in dance and theatre arts. The school specializes in an undergraduate educational environment where students write, choreograph, design, and perform throughout the year.
USF School of Theatre & Dance
Where Creativity Becomes Your Career
Always Something to Experience
The Arts at USF produces over 250 events each year, including concerts, performances, exhibitions, talks, conferences, masterclasses, and festivals—all open to students and the Tampa Bay community. Plan your next visit to experience the talent of our student and faculty productions, and enjoy work, discourse and public art by leading international artists and scholars.
College News
- Friday, November 7, 2025
USF and The Florida Orchestra unite to advance music education and community connection
- Thursday, November 6, 2025
From Thesis to Oscars® Shortlist: Xindi Zhang’s AI-Driven Film Wins the Golden Award
- Thursday, October 16, 2025
Where Art and Printmaking Meet: USF’s Graphicstudio Collaboration Featured in Artists “Data Consciousness” Exhibition
College Events
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Starts Sept 05
Brian Maguire: La Grande Illusion
September 5 – March 7, Monday - Friday 10 AM – 5 PM; Thursday 10 AM – 8 PM; Saturday 1 PM – 4 PM at USF Contemporary Art Museum (CAM)
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Starts Oct 17
Impressions: 35 years of Women in Print at USF Graphicstudio
October 17, 2025 – March 2, 2026, Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM, Graphicstudio
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Nov 18
SACD Lecture: The Sarasota School of Architecture and Beyond
Tuesday, November 18, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Communication and Information Sciences (CIS) CIS 1048
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Nov 18
USF Concert Band
Tuesday, November 18, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall (MUS 177)
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Nov 19
Kennedy Family Visiting Scholar: Seph Rodney
Wednesday, November 19, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fine Arts Building (FAH) FAH 101 Lecture Hall

