Applied Theatre, BA

Introduction

The Applied Theatre program extends the skills, tools, and values of the theatre arts into civic engagement, community-building, activism, and wellness. An educated Applied Theatre practitioner has a strong foundation in the liberal arts and also recognizes and employs the power of theatre to serve communities.

A major in Applied Theatre enables theatre students to acquire marketable skills for jobs in education, social services, and applied arts companies. Degree requirements include a foundation in traditional theatre practice, history, and literature, along with focused education and experience in Applied Theatre work.

Please note that a major or minor in Applied Theatre cannot be combined with a major or minor in Theatre.

Baccalaureate Degree Core

Baccalaureate Core & Other Graduation Requirements

Major Requirements: 42 Credits

Electives: 4 Credits

Complete four credits in Theatre, Dance, and/or Applied Theatre, or related courses as approved by advisor.

Program Details

Program Length

Four years for a complete BA degree. Two years for students transferring in with an AAOT degree. Program length may vary depending upon the student’s course load and academic progress.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, which includes theatrical production, community workshops, and academic study:

Students will demonstrate proficiency in practical theatre skills in one or more areas including performance, design, directing, application of technology, writing, and/or devising.
Students will demonstrate effective collaboration skills, including leadership, time management, problem-solving, effective communication, constructive critique.
Students will display an understanding of artistic practice, including conceptualization, development of skills, constructive critique, revision, and public dissemination.
Students will be able to articulate the usefulness of artistic practice in the service of groups and individuals, and will be able to identify appropriate research and approaches in order to serve various populations.

Undergraduate Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirements