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The Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College offers BFA programs for artists of all gender identities who are interested in theatre, television, and film.
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The Conservatory accepts students of all gender identities. Learn more about our immersive three-year BFA programs.
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Conservatory Faculty & Staff

Welcome to the Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College.

The Conservatory offers five intensive BFA programs for artists of all gender identities who are interested in theatre, television, and film. Our faculty includes Broadway professionals, ballet masters, regional theatre managers and artistic directors, and professional lighting and design artists.

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Jennifer Hemphill

Dean of the Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Lisa Brescia

Associate Professor and Chair of Performance

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

John Hemphill ’25

Assistant Professor of Acting

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Darren Gibson

Assistant Professor of Dance

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

All Conservatory Faculty & Staff

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Kristy Simpson, Program/Admissions Navigator

(573) 876-7194

performingarts@stephens.edu

Historic Senior Hall

Conservatory for the Performing Arts

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