Theatre Arts
The Degree provides a comprehensive education in theatre and cinema within the context of a broad liberal arts course of study. It is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The curriculum emphasizes practical hands-on experiences for theatre and cinema productions, as well as appropriate studies in theory and historical context.
The program encourages participation in all forms of live theatre production, dramatic literature, theatre, and film history, and arts management. Advanced courses are available in acting, directing, all areas of design and technology, and cinema studies and production.
The department produces 4 large scale theatre pieces and various student focused workshops productions annually, led by practicing artists/teachers. Students are encouraged to become involved in all areas of theatre and cinema making. 聽Auditions and some crew assignments are open to all university students.
Career Options
- Performer, designer, technician, or director for professional theatre companies and entertainment fields and venues.
- Cinema production team member聽
- Script reader/publishing assistant聽
- Film director for non-profit agency聽
- Technician for an event production company聽
- Theatre teacher, K-12聽
- Founder of a new theatre company聽
- Marketing associate聽
- Educational programmer聽
- Graduate studies in theatre, film, business, law
Interesting Fact: Students and faculty artists work side by side to produce varying scale theatre and cinema projects each year!
Contact:
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Henderson Hall