Study the Stage
Explore different cultures and ideas through the study of past and present theatre. Learn to communicate clearly, stay organized, and think creatively and critically through:
- Acting and directing
- Dance and playwriting
- Technical theatre and arts management
- Dramatic literature and theatre history
Highlighted Career Paths
An Associate degree in Theatre Studies opens up many rewarding careers. Check out some top careers for this degree below or explore more career options in I-Plan.
Actors & Actresses
Act in films and on stage by:
- Researching and understanding characters
- Portraying roles in a real and honest way
- Working with directors and crew to improve each performance
Stage Manager
Help lead film and stage projects by:
- Overseeing production and post-production
- Making creative choices that shape the final performance
- Playing a key role in bringing stories to life for the audience
Casting Director
Casting directors find the right actors for commercials, theatre, TV, and movies. To do this job well, you need:
- Good people skills
- Clear communication
- A strong understanding of acting
Film & Sound Engineers
Technicians run and take care of equipment by:
- Recording and mixing music
- Adding sound effects
- Working on projects for theatre, film, sports events, and video production
Playwright
Playwrights write scripts for plays by:
- Creating the main story and concept
- Writing dialogue and stage directions
- Giving ideas for set design
Getting Started
If you are interested in Theatre Studies, start with one of the following major-specific courses:
Related Majors
This emphasis in theatre studies provides students with performance opportunities in youth and children’s performance. Students will develop skills and knowledge in this important genre of theatre while studying a wide range of literature along with the basics of production work.
This emphasis in theatre studies provides students with rigorous, hands-on training with cutting edge technology. Students expand their knowledge and refine their ability to create exciting worlds onstage. Faculty and staff mentor design/tech students to prepare them for their future careers or graduate programs.
This emphasis in theatre studies provides students opportunities with live theatre performance both onstage in productions and in the classroom. Within the context of a comprehensive liberal arts education, students prepare for advanced graduate study in the field and entry-level careers in acting and performance.
This emphasis in theatre studies allows students the opportunity to receive a broad base of knowledge in theatre, but is not necessarily performance or designed focused. The emphasis is designed for those who wish to enter a graduate program in theatre or any related field, advance their knowledge of theatre and performance studies, or immediately begin a career inside or outside the theatre in a related area.
Students will find a broad foundation of classes and experiences designed to develop performance skills as actors and directors, foster application of theatrical design and technology principles, and deepen their understanding of dramatic literature, theatre history, and criticism.