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The College's Department of Theatre and Dance operates on the premise that there exists a healthy balance between coursework and production experience. Theatre and Dance majors are expected to supplement their theatre or dance specialization with education in the humanities, sciences and languages.

09/26/2026

Tonight and tomorrow: The Promise!

The Promise is a new play that tells the story of six Black Continental Army soldiers captured by the British during and post American Revolutionary War as they are forced to explore what the promises of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness truly mean. Presented in partnership with Claflin University. Recommended for audiences aged 14+ (adult themes).

Tonight at 7pm
Tomorrow at 3pm

Tickets in the link in our bio!

09/24/2026

Happy opening to macbitches and The Stages Series!

Get your tickets using the link in our bio!

macbitches by Sophie McIntosh
Directed by Nakeisha Daniel
Scenic Design by Bristol Barnes
Costume Design by Bailey 🍉
Lighting Design by Quinn
Sound Design by Caleb S. Garner
Photos by David Mandel

Performances September 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30 at 7:30pm
Matinee performances September 26 and 27 at 2pm
Simons Center Black Box Theatre

Asase Yaa African American Dance Theatre

Friday, September 25, 7pm
Chapel Theatre

The Promise
A co-production with Claflin University

Saturday, September 26 at 7pm
Sunday, September 27 at 3pm
Chapel Theatre

Masterpiece in Progress

Thursday, October 1st at 7pm
Friday, October 2nd at 7pm
Chapel Theatre

Palmetto Pulitzer Poets
Rappers in the Round

Saturday, October 3rd at 7pm
Chapel Theatre

Divine Strength

Sunday, October 4th at 7pm
Chapel Theatre

09/22/2026

Our season opener ‘macbitches’ opens this Thursday in the Simons Center Black Box Theatre! Check out this exciting new dark comedy the New York Times calls “a tight 85-minute exercise in youthful ambition and the corrupting clashing of egos.” Get your tickets now using the link in our bio!

09/15/2026

Take your first look into the our Macbitches rehearsals!! The cast and crew are excited to be moving into the Black Box Theatre this week as we prepare for tech rehearsals. 🩸✂️

A highlight of the process was our Open Donor Rehearsal! To celebrate and thank our wonderful donors, we gave them a peek behind the curtain to enjoy a private Designer Run. If you are interested in perks like these, become a supporter today by visiting the link in our bio!

Macbitches runs September 24th - 30th. Tickets can also be found in the link in our bio! See you there!🤞🏻

09/09/2026

This Friday!! 🎟️

Join us for our Student Season Subscription Drive to learn more about subscription info with GSBO and your student savings on semester flex passes and semester and full year subscriptions.

Enjoy food, community, giveaways, and check out our season t-shirt reveal with the ability to pre-order yours!

09/01/2026

Join us this Friday for a special artist talk with Jennifer Payán Jennifer Payán! Jennifer will speak about the legacy of Trisha Brown and her own journey as a professional dancer.

All are welcome to attend! This Friday in SIMN 380 from 1-1:50pm.

08/31/2026

At long last… our 2026-2027 season: Footprints! 👣 From the high-stakes ambitions of young artists to the timeless reflection of life, this season offers a series of powerful performances that map the boundaries of human experience, exploring the beginnings that define us, the endings that shape us, and the lasting legacy we leave in the spaces between.

Single tickets are on sale now! Subscription packages go on sale tomorrow, September 1st. Tickets available now using the link in our bio! 🎟️🎟️🎟️

08/25/2026

Auditions this Saturday! Learn more and sign up ➡️ link in bio

08/17/2026

Happy FDOC! Welcome meeting this Wednesday! This is a great chance to learn about the department and how to get involved. Non-majors welcome!!!

06/16/2026

Be part of a dynamic School of the Arts at the College of Charleston! The Department of Theatre and Dance invites collaborative and energetic applicants to apply for the Costume Shop Manager position to support our educational mission with a liberal arts foundation in this program devoted to undergraduate training. Contribute to student learning and success while helping students, faculty and guests bring designs to life for plays, dance concerts, musicals, operas and special events for CofC Stages.
As we wish our current Costume Shop Manager and alum of the program all the best in their next steps pursuing graduate studies, we hope to welcome our next team member this summer in time to gear up for the academic year!
Visit jobs.cofc.edu to find out more!

Address

161 Calhoun Street
Charleston, SC
29401

Website

http://charleston.edu/theatre-dance, http://linktr.ee/cofc.theatre.dance

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