Juilliard Dean Evan Yionoulis to Head Yale School of Drama
By Caitlin Huston
Published on April 7, 2026.
Juilliard Dean Evan Yionoulis has been named as the new dean of the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale, replacing James Bundy who had been in the role for nearly 25 years. Yionouis, who has been the dean and director of The Juilliard School’s drama division since 2018, will take over from July 1. She will join Yale, which also offers a tuition-free M.F.A program and acting opportunities at the Yale Repertory Theatre, where she will be the artistic director. The move represents a significant shakeup in the world of drama schools, as both universities are seen as the premier institutions for actors.
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