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The University of Hawaii at Mnoa's Theatre and Performance Studies programs are celebrated for their productions and curriculum that highlight both traditional and modern Hawaiian and Asian performance arts. Students across all levels and programs can explore acting, directing, design, playwriting, and theater for young audiences (TYA), while courses in history, theory, research, and performance studies offer essential context and inspire innovation. Learning is complemented by performances in the 600-seat Kennedy Theatre and the more intimate Earle Ernst Lab Theatre.
The Theatre and Performance Studies department boasts 14 full-time faculty members who instruct over 40 courses each semester. With around 50 undergraduate majors, 38 master's candidates, and 15 PhD students, the program attracts aspiring theater professionals from around the world.
Through both academic coursework and a full season of performances in the stunning Kennedy Theatre complex, students and audiences experience diverse works from each focus area. These degree programs offer a well-rounded educational experience while allowing students to specialize in their chosen fields.