Theatre Standard Program

The Theatre degree program at Western Colorado University provides students with hands-on experience in performance, directing, design, and theatre production. Our Bachelor of Arts program blends creative practice with academic study, preparing graduates for a wide range of artistic and professional opportunities. 

In the Theatre program, you’ll explore the human desire to perform in both aesthetic and everyday settings. By understanding the links between the arts and literature, anthropology, communication, sociology, and philosophy, you’ll learn how to harness the power of performance to promote social change. 

Students in the Theatre degree program develop skills across acting, stagecraft, and theatrical analysis while collaborating on productions throughout the academic year. The BA in Theatre emphasizes both creative expression and transferable skills such as communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. Through a multi-disciplinary curriculum and hands-on experiences, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the history of theater, scriptwriting and analysis, technical production, acting, directing, and more.

During your time at Western Colorado University, you’ll also have the opportunity to work as an actor, producer, artistic staff, and technical crew in all aspects of the art form through the Western Theatre Company’s four annual productions. Whether you want to pursue creative careers in the performing arts or hone your public presence for broadcast journalism, the program will impart valuable skills for a variety of applications. Explore your creative potential and apply to Western’s Theatre degree program to begin building a future in the performing arts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I study in a theatre degree program?

Our theatre degree program includes coursework in acting, directing, stage design, theatre history, and production. Students gain hands-on experience through performances and collaborative projects.

Can I double major or take a minor with a theatre degree?

Yes. The theatre degree at Western Colorado University offers flexibility, making it possible to double major or add a minor that complements your artistic and academic goals.

What careers can I pursue with a theatre degree?

Graduates with a theatre degree can pursue careers as performers, directors, stage managers, designers, educators, and arts administrators, as well as roles in media, communications, and creative industries.

Does the theatre degree program offer performance opportunities?

Yes. Students in the theatre degree program participate in productions throughout the year, gaining real-world experience both on stage and behind the scenes.