It is the mission of the department to provide the artistic foundation for the University. The department contributes to the advancment of the human family in two ways: by expanding aesthetic awareness in the community, and by celebrating the creative human spirit through performance and the visual arts.

In its educational role, the department offers historical, theoretical, and applied classes which explore the varied artistic traditions of the past and present. The three disciplines within the department are combined in a collaborative course that introduces western civilization's cultural heritage to all undergraduate students.

Committed to artistic excellence, the department serves the university and the city of San Antonio in performance and exhibits that, while striving toward inclusiveness, promote the Catholic artistic tradition and engage in interpreting the ever-present dialogue between faith and culture.

Stage productions by St. Mary's students go way back in our history--at least to 1895, as documented in our archives, including old Rattler newspapers, discuss performances by groups called The Mission Players, The Cameo Players, The St. Mary's Theatre Guild and St. Mary's Drama Club. Performances often coincided with graduation and Christmas, and were sometimes staged off campus with the help of theatre enthusiasts.

Contact Us

Bernadette Hamilton-Brady
(210) 431-2222
bbrady@stmarytx.edu
St. Louis Hall 10

We currently stage productions once a semester with participation open to students, faculty, staff and theatre professionals. This collaboration between amateur and professional forms the foundation of our philosophy to expose students to the creativity, discipline, and alternative approaches that theatre can bring to the educational process.

The St. Mary's University Drama Department offers opportunities for students to explore, assimilate, and appreciate theatre as a performing art. Students can receive a minor (18 hours) in theatre in conjunction with their related major.

• Period and Style for the Theatre
• Voice and Diction
• Acting
• Introduction to Stagecraft
• Drama Rehearsal and Performance
• Directing
• Playwriting
• Special Studies in Drama

For more information, please see the degree plans and course catalog.

Current Productions

Unless otherwise specified, all performances take place in Reinbolt Theatre.

Tickets can be reserved by email or by calling (210) 436-3545.

If you are interested in auditioning for a part in one of our productions, please contact:

Bernadette Hamilton-Brady
(210) 431-2222
bbrady@stmarytx.edu
St. Louis Hall 10

Past Productions

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