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The Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theatre has quickly become one of Rider’s most recognized programs, with more than 600 students auditioning from all over the globe to study at the Lawrenceville campus.

Rider’s musical theatre faculty has extensive experience on Broadway, off-Broadway and in national tours, providing students with a wide variety of accomplished instructors. The staff works with students to master the vocal, dance and acting techniques required to succeed in the highly competitive field of musical theatre.

With three performance facilities on the Lawrenceville campus, musical theatre students have many venues to showcase their talents. Associate Dean of the School of Fine and Performing Arts Ivan Fuller believes being a short distance away from Manhattan and Philadelphia also enhances the students’ range. “One key reason why Rider’s program is so popular is because of our proximity to New York City and Philadelphia,” he says. “We present excellent opportunities to experience the professional theatre world while also creating a strong sense of community.”

Although the Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theatre is still a relatively new program, the major has been regarded as one of the best in the country. Current students and graduates have already found success as professional performers on the big stage.

“Recent graduate Kaitlyn Frotton ’12 is currently performing off- Broadway in a critically acclaimed production of 50 Shades and current student DeMarius Copes just booked the first national tour of Newsies,” Fuller says. “I have no doubt that if Rider continues to maintain a high quality of educational support for this program, we will find musical theatre helping boost Rider’s overall reputation for providing a very special educational experience.”

For a full listing of the fall schedule and more information, visit www. rider.edu/wca.