The CSUF Bachelor of Arts in Theatre provides a well rounded theatre degree giving students the opportunity to focus on the breadth of theatre studies. The curriculum core requires study in acting, directing, design and production, history, literature, and theatre criticism. Students are required to participate in department production activities, including plays, musicals, dance, and opera. After core requirements are met, students are able to take elective courses in acting, musical theatre, dance, voice & movement, stage management, design, dramaturgy, playwriting, directing, theatre education, theatrical hair/make-up, technical theatre and emerging technology, and more – all based on the interest(s) of the individual student. BA Theatre students with special interest in performing are encouraged to audition for all campus productions.
No program audition is required.
Transfer students: once admitted, you will need a transcript evaluation to determine equivalent courses completed.
Contact
the undergraduate advisor for more information.
Graduates of the Theatre and Dance Department with a BA in Theatre Arts will:
GOALS:
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Be competent and reflective practitioners of the art of theatre through performance, design, playwriting, choreography or work backstage
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Be capable of living a culturally rich life
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Be passionate and confident about their work by successful performance, design and technical work
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Practice successful collaboration through work on production and showcases
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Be intellectually curious and decisive in exploring new avenues of expression
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Have a basic knowledge of theatre history, literature and theory
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Exercise professional standards of oral, written and graphic communication
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Are intellectually, technically, creatively, and technologically prepared to be artistic member of their communities
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Have well-rounded educational backgrounds acquired through studies in general education courses
