Theatre, BA (42-364) (120 hours)

Major, Bachelor of Arts Degree

The graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre degree will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to:

• Communicate and collaborate effectively in the interactive and creative process of theatre.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the historical, cultural, and stylistic dimensions of drama and theatre.
• Utilize critical thinking skills in order to analyze and interpret a script for the purpose of developing a concept and systematic plan for the production of a play.
• Form, communicate, and defend value judgments about quality and aesthetics in works of theatre.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in the areas of acting and directing in order to create and present theatrical performances.
• Demonstrate a basic proficiency in the areas of theatre design and technology in order to create and present theatrical productions.
• Technical direct and direct one-act plays for public performance and successfully fulfill significant production assignments in the mainstage and/or children’s theatre series.

Theatre, BA (42-364) (4 Year Guide)