BYU-Idaho offers multiple degrees in theatre. Each student studies different concepts and focuses on honing different skills. Picking the degree that is most beneficial for you depends on the kind of experience, portfolio work, and career you are interested in.
Theatre Studies (A.A.)
The Theatre Studies associate program introduces students to theatre and helps them build foundational skills for future careers or further study. The associate degree:
- Provides insight into multiple aspects of theatre, like acting, stage management, and technical theatre.
- Teaches important technical and interpersonal skills in the theatre industry.
- Gives portfolio-building experiences that help boost applications or auditions.
- Allows for exploration in the theatre field before committing to a four-year degree.
Theatre: Theatre Arts (B.A.)
The Theatre: Theatre Arts emphasis provides hands-on, experience-based learning opportunities for students to explore acting, stage management, and more. This bachelor’s degree:
- Provides theatre performance opportunities both on stage and in the classroom.
- Develops students’ unique creative voices while still working as a team with other students.
- Prepares students for careers in the theatre arts, such as theatre performance, theatre education, and stage management.
- Encourages exploration and refinement of skills like voice acting, movement, improvisation, and directing.
Theatre: Production Emphasis (B.A.)
The Theatre: Theatre Production emphasis focuses on the behind-the-scenes work crucial to producing a good performance. The Theatre Production degree:
- Teaches in depth about backstage work, like management, design, or technical theatre.
- Gives students portfolio-building opportunities as they collaborate with school production teams.
- Allows for specialization in the various theatre disciplines, such as sound, lighting, or wardrobe.
- Explores historical and contemporary theatre across the globe.
Conclusion
Each degree in the BYU-Idaho Theatre program is meant to provide the best possible experiences for students; they just focus on different aspects of theatre. The Theatre Studies program is perfect for students who want to explore theatre broadly, while the Theatre Production degree is great for backstage work. Want to learn more?
Check out the Theatre Department’s website for more information on degrees offered.