The Department of Theatre and Dance is committed to promoting the success and well-being of theatre and dance organizations within the region and the state with special emphasis on local organizations that have the potential to provide educational and artistic opportunities for students, faculty and staff.
The department affiliation policy can be found at Cooperative Associations and Cooperative Affiliations.
Ensemble StageEnsemble Stage is a professional theater located in Banner Elk, NC, dedicated to culturally enrich the lives of the residents of The High Country and its visitors by providing a broad range of live theatrical presentations of the highest possible quality at an affordable price.
Their mission is to inspire, challenge and nurture the imagination and social skills of youth and adults through performances and theatre based educational programs.
Project DanceProject Dance® is a movement of dancers seeking to positively impact culture through artistic integrity. Their desire is to see every dancer nurtured to their fullest human potential for their own well being and their contribution to community. They offer training, education, and performance opportunities for dancers worldwide who desire to dance with integrity to inspire.
Southern Appalachian Historical Association (Horn in the West)
Southern Appalachian Historical Association celebrates and preserves the diverse cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mountain region. Centered around Daniel Boone and the fight for American Independence, SAHA engages individuals through historical education and cultural entertainment.