Certain theatre classes have specialized policies for enrollment and credit eligibility. These are related to credit for internships and external experiences, teaching assistant experiences, and practicum credits. Please see the Division of Theatre and Dance Handbook for more information.
Reference Academic Policies:
THP Practicum Credits
Credit for Internships / External Experiences
Credit for Teaching Assistantships
The academic and production work of the Division of Theatre and Dance is governed by the policies set forth in the Division of Theatre and Dance Handbook. In some cases, policies have been copied onto pages of the Production Hub for convenience. However, in the case of any discrepancies, the Handbook is the official policy.
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Core Program Learning Outcomes
Facilities & Facility Policies
Building Housekeeping & Maintenance
Joining or Participating in a Dance Club
American College Dance Association
Annual New England Regional Conference
Conference Eligibility and Audition/Selection Process
2025 Attendee Selection Schedule
Choreographer Selection Information
Course Registration & Advisement
Intimacy and Nudity in Coursework
Credit for Internships / External Experiences
Credit for Teaching Assistantships
Communication, Resources, and Websites
Maine.edu, MaineStreet, and BrightSpace
School of Performing Arts website
Theatre and Dance Production Hub
Theatre and Dance Production Season
Theatre Participation Opportunities and Eligibility
THP Enrollment for Theatre Participation
GPA, Academic Probation, & Suspension
Dance Showcase Participation and Eligibility
General Safety Guidelines and Policies
Electrical / Equipment Failure
Weapons, Violence, and Intimacy Policy Adherence
Offenses Involving Other People
Indoor Temperature Requirements
Stage Combat, Violence, and Weaponry
Staging Combat and Violence in Productions and Classrooms
Prop Weapon Usage Notification and Approval Process
Maintaining Artistic Integrity
Access to Departmental Stock Inventory
Technical and Dress Rehearsals
Costumes and Costume-Related Items
Social Media Posting Etiquette
Dress Rehearsal and Performance
Offstage, Backstage, and Rehearsals
Departmental Student Employment Opportunities
Theatre Scholarships and Awards
Division of Theatre and Dance Book Awards
Division-Administered Scholarships
Richard and William Newdick Theatre Scholarship Fund
James Arnold Colbath ‘48 Annual Student Director Award
Financial Aid-Administered Scholarships
Hazel C. Burgess De Siervo Scholarship
Herschel L. Bricker Memorial Scholarship
Phillips M. Payson Scholarship Fund
Sandra E. Hardy Theatre Scholarship
Graduating Student Recognition
Theatrical Intimacy and Nudity Policy
Division of Theatre and Dance Policies
Student-Selected or Student-Developed Coursework
Rehearsal and Production Policies
Maine Masque Production Policies and Procedures
Show and Director Selection Process
Artistic Team Selection Process