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Clark Atlanta University

HBCUTest-Optional

Program

BA Theatre Arts

Program snapshot

Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required
Program profile
Moderately Selective25-40 StudentsStudy Abroad

PROGRAM RECOGNITION
First HBCU to offer drama courses in the United States, dating to 1895
Over 120 years of experience creating artistic opportunities
Liberal arts BA housed in the Department of Theatre and Communication Studies
TRAINING
Faculty expertise spans acting, movement, voice, directing, choreography, stage management, playwriting, storytelling, music theatre, children's theatre, devised theatre, theatre history and criticism, and costume, set, and light design
Students work with faculty and award-winning guest artists on student-generated projects
Technologically advanced performance classrooms and several performance venues throughout the Atlanta University Center
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
CAU Players present productions ranging from classical works, musical works, children's productions, and one-act play festivals
Student organizations include Alpha Psi Omega (national drama honor society), CAU Players, The Forensics Society, Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society, and National Communication Association Student Club
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Recent graduates accepted to graduate programs at Yale University and Emory University
Graduates work in TV and film industry in the Atlanta area, as well as performing and directing on Broadway
Professional internship opportunities at critically acclaimed theatres, Speech Pathology Clinics, Public Relations Firms, Talent Agencies, Film Studios, and Radio Stations
STUDY ABROAD
Community engagement and international study opportunities available

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