The department is committed to preserving, transmitting, and expanding our understanding of the disciplines of Theatre, Speech, and Dance within the context of a liberal arts education. Our students have the opportunity develop their knowledge and skills inside the classroom and through production activities with W&M Theatre and W&M Dance under the supervision of professional faculty.

William and Mary Theatre presents high-quality and richly staged performances, reviving important classical dramas as well as producing the most challenging contemporary theatre. William and Mary Dance brings exciting concerts of original faculty and student choreography to the community. The Virginia Shakespeare Festival, a professional theatre program sponsored by the department, produces an annual summer season.