Notable Alumni
•Bullet: Kenny Leon — Tony Award-winning director: A Raisin in the Sun revival, Fences, The Wiz Live! Program Recognition
•Bullet: First HBCU to offer drama courses in the United States, dating to 1895
•Bullet: Over 120 years of experience creating artistic opportunities
•Bullet: Liberal arts BA housed in the Department of Theatre and Communication Studies
Training
•Bullet: 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
•Bullet: Students work with faculty and award-winning guest artists on student-generated projects
•Bullet: Technologically advanced performance classrooms and several performance venues throughout the Atlanta University Center
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: CAU Players present productions ranging from classical works, musical works, children's productions, and one-act play festivals
•Bullet: 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
•Bullet: Recent graduates accepted to graduate programs at Yale University and Emory University
•Bullet: Graduates work in TV and film industry in the Atlanta area, as well as performing and directing on Broadway
•Bullet: Professional internship opportunities at critically acclaimed theatres, Speech Pathology Clinics, Public Relations Firms, Talent Agencies, Film Studios, and Radio Stations
Study Abroad
•Bullet: Community engagement and international study opportunities available
