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BA Theatre
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BA Theatre
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredTRAINING
•Liberal arts approach combining theory and practice across acting, directing, design, playwriting, and dramaturgy
•Capstone experience through advanced coursework in directing, acting, design, or history/theory
•Work-study positions in scenic construction and arts administration
•Internship and apprenticeship connections with theatres across the country
•Regional theatre artist workshops and guest visits throughout the year
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Four main productions per year — two mainstage in the 600-seat Duke Family Performance Hall and two in the intimate Barber Theatre
•Additional performance opportunities include the One Acts (spring) and the Summit New Play Festival
•Award-winning productions recognized by the Metrolina Theatre Association and Creative Loafing magazine
FACILITIES
•Three unique theatre spaces with modern lighting and advanced sound systems
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Majors complete backstage work on at least 2 department productions (minimum 50 hours per show)
•At least one assignment must be in stage management
•At least one must be completed by the end of junior year
Academic info
Snapshot
3.86
Avg GPA (W)
13%
Admit Rate
school-wide
91%
Grad Rate
1.9K
Enrollment
$81K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$17,379
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$64,410
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$9,497
$30-48k$5,354
$48-75k$6,759
$75-110k$18,616
$110k+$42,346
Program info updated 4d ago
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Liberal arts approach combining theory and practice across acting, directing, design, playwriting, and dramaturgy
•Capstone experience through advanced coursework in directing, acting, design, or history/theory
•Work-study positions in scenic construction and arts administration
•Internship and apprenticeship connections with theatres across the country
•Regional theatre artist workshops and guest visits throughout the year
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Four main productions per year — two mainstage in the 600-seat Duke Family Performance Hall and two in the intimate Barber Theatre
•Additional performance opportunities include the One Acts (spring) and the Summit New Play Festival
•Award-winning productions recognized by the Metrolina Theatre Association and Creative Loafing magazine
FACILITIES
•Three unique theatre spaces with modern lighting and advanced sound systems
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Majors complete backstage work on at least 2 department productions (minimum 50 hours per show)
•At least one assignment must be in stage management
•At least one must be completed by the end of junior year
TRAINING
•Liberal arts approach combining theory and practice across acting, directing, design, playwriting, and dramaturgy
•Capstone experience through advanced coursework in directing, acting, design, or history/theory
•Work-study positions in scenic construction and arts administration
•Internship and apprenticeship connections with theatres across the country
•Regional theatre artist workshops and guest visits throughout the year
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Four main productions per year — two mainstage in the 600-seat Duke Family Performance Hall and two in the intimate Barber Theatre
•Additional performance opportunities include the One Acts (spring) and the Summit New Play Festival
•Award-winning productions recognized by the Metrolina Theatre Association and Creative Loafing magazine
FACILITIES
•Three unique theatre spaces with modern lighting and advanced sound systems
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Majors complete backstage work on at least 2 department productions (minimum 50 hours per show)
•At least one assignment must be in stage management
•At least one must be completed by the end of junior year
Updated 4d ago
