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Theatre, Applied Theatre Concentration, B.A.

University of North Carolina Charlotte
Charlotte , United States
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Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
120 credits
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Performing Arts | Theater Arts
Area of study
Arts
Education type
On campus
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Program Overview

The Department of Theatre inspires students to expand their vision of the world and themselves, preparing them for leadership as practitioners, educators, and artists. The Department of Theatre offers a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, with concentrations in one of the following areas: Performance; Design/Tech; Directing, Dramaturgy and Dramatic Writing; Applied Theatre; and Theatre Education. The B.A. degree allows the flexibility to pursue a double major. A Minor in Theatre and a Certificate in Musical Theatre are also offered.


Applied Theatre Concentration

This concentration is designed for students who wish to pursue careers as teaching artists at theatre companies, and in fields such as theatre for social justice/change, and community-based arts engagement.


Program Details

  • Delivery: On-Campus
  • Total Credit Hours: 120 Credit Hours
  • Major Courses: 45-71 Credit Hours

Concentrations

The Department of Theatre offers concentrations in the following areas:


  • Performance: Theatre, Performance Concentration, B.A.
  • Design/Tech: Theatre, Design/Tech Concentration, B.A.
  • Directing, Dramaturgy and Dramatic Writing: Theatre, Directing, Dramaturgy, and Dramatic Writing Concentration, B.A.
  • Theatre Education: Theatre, Theatre Education (K-12) Concentration, B.A.

Department Overview

The Department of Theatre is one of five creative units within the College of Arts + Architecture, an artistic community that is unique in the Carolinas.


Student Experience

Students have the opportunity to participate in multiple theatre productions a year, from acclaimed classics to bold new works including a biennial musical.


Testimonials

  • Deity Brinson, BA in Theatre Performance, BA in Applied Dance, and Musical Theatre Certificate: "My favorite thing about the Department of Theatre is how many opportunities there are to get involved in things on or off campus. I also love how varied the opportunities are. You get chances to play an integral part in all kinds of unique work."

Additional Programs

  • Minor in Theatre: Theatre, Minor
  • Musical Theatre Certificate: Musical Theatre, Undergraduate Certificate

Accreditation

UNC Charlotte is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre.


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