Program Overview
Radford University's Theatre program offers both B.A. and B.S. degrees, providing a comprehensive education in all aspects of theatre. With a focus on performance, directing, or design/technical theatre, students gain practical experience and a solid foundation in theatre history and theory. The program boasts a dedicated faculty and a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive learning environment. Graduates are well-prepared for a wide range of theatre careers and possess valuable skills applicable in various settings.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Radford University's theatre program offers two degrees: a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Theatre and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Theatre. Both degrees provide students with a well-rounded and cross-disciplinary experience, preparing them for success in their careers and lives. The B.A. Theatre is a liberal arts degree that requires the study of a foreign language in addition to courses in performance, directing, design/technical theatre, history, and cinematic arts. The B.S. Theatre is more focused on performance (acting and directing) or design/technical theatre, and students can choose from electives in subjects such as sound design and scene painting.
Outline:
The Radford University theatre degree is designed to give students a comprehensive education in all aspects of theatre, from onstage to backstage. Students will take courses in acting, staging, costume and set design, lighting and sound design, directing, and other related topics. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the history and theory of theatre, as well as practical experience in the production of theatre productions.
Assessment:
Students in the Radford University Theatre program are assessed on their work through a variety of methods, including written assignments, quizzes, and practical assessments.
Teaching:
Radford University's Theatre program has a team of faculty dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education. Faculty in the Department of Theatre and Cinema are active and experienced theatre professionals, who bring their knowledge and expertise into the classroom. They are also committed to creating a supportive learning environment where students can feel challenged and inspired, offering a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio for personalized attention.
Careers:
The Theatre B.A. or B.S. degree prepares graduates with a wide range of theatre careers, from performer to director, and designer to stage manager. It also develops critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. These are valuable in a broad variety of settings outside of the theatre industry as well. Radford University has an impressive 95% job placement rate for Theatre Graduates.