Program Overview

Introduction to the Theatre BA/BS Program

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) in Theatre offer a liberal arts focus with a more flexible curriculum. This program provides a wide variety of production opportunities for students to collaborate with faculty, guest artists, and fellow students across various disciplines.

Program Details

• The BA/BS programs do not require an audition or interview for program consideration and artistic admittance.
• However, auditioning or interviewing does allow students to be considered for departmental scholarships.
• Academic admittance is required for any program consideration.
• A BA requires four semesters of a foreign language, while a BS does not have the foreign language requirement.

Program Structure

• The BA/BS majors have the same theatre core requirements but more flexibility in regard to electives than the BFA.
• A BA/BS theatre major is 55-60 credits within the major.
• A BA/BS dance major is 51-52 credits within the major.
• Both total 120 hours each when including University Core Curriculum courses.

Options

Directing and Stage Management

The Directing and Stage Management option is rooted in experiential learning, allowing students numerous opportunities to get hands-on experience throughout the dynamic and diverse production season.

Theatre Creation

The Theatre Creation option provides a true liberal arts experience, allowing students to experiment within a variety of disciplines, including:

• Playwriting
• Dramaturgy
• Devising
• Creative producing
• Performance
• Theatre history
• Arts management
• Directing
• Design

Design and Technology

The Design and Technology option allows students to explore the multiple skills required to be a well-rounded design and technology professional, with hands-on opportunities to build foundational skills in the areas of:

• Scenic
• Lighting
• Costume
• Sound
• Hair and makeup
• Props
• Technical theatre

Additional Information

• Double majoring is often encouraged for BA/BS majors (with some exceptions).
• Adding one or two minors is also encouraged.