Public school8.2K
Program
Concentration
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram
Concentration
Quick links
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualBrowse programs
Concentrations
Quick Links
BFA Theatre Design, Technology or Stage Management
Theatre Design or Technology
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram Recognition
•Largest theatre program in the state of Kentucky, housed in the NKU School of the Arts
•Pre-professional training in theatrical design and technical production
•Located minutes from downtown Cincinnati — access to a major professional theatre market
•69 total credits in the major; 9 customizable credits in area of interest
Training
•Fundamentals of Theatrical Design, Drafting for Theatre, and Theatrical Rendering
•Specialization tracks in lighting, costume, sound, scene design, and properties
•Computer Graphics for the Stage and advanced makeup courses available
•Costume history, stagecraft, and sound design round out the technical curriculum
Notable Alumni
•Andrew Bacigalupo ('07) — AEA Stage Manager; Production Stage Manager for Disney's Aladdin national tour
Facilities
•Patricia A. Corbett Theatre — 319-seat proscenium with fly system and automated orchestra pit
•Fine Arts Center with production shops, design studios, and rehearsal spaces
•6–8 department productions per season; required production credits build professional portfolios
•Annual High School Theatrical Design Competition hosted on campus — leadership and mentoring opportunity
Academic info
Snapshot
3.35
Avg GPA (W)
68%
Admit Rate
school-wide
50%
Grad Rate
8.2K
Enrollment
$50K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$8,191
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$11,088
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,912
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$2,603
$30-48k$3,630
$48-75k$6,761
$75-110k$12,679
$110k+$14,522
Program info updated Apr 30, 1:54 PM
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Largest theatre program in the state of Kentucky, housed in the NKU School of the Arts
•Pre-professional training in theatrical design and technical production
•Located minutes from downtown Cincinnati — access to a major professional theatre market
•69 total credits in the major; 9 customizable credits in area of interest
Training
•Fundamentals of Theatrical Design, Drafting for Theatre, and Theatrical Rendering
•Specialization tracks in lighting, costume, sound, scene design, and properties
•Computer Graphics for the Stage and advanced makeup courses available
•Costume history, stagecraft, and sound design round out the technical curriculum
Notable Alumni
•Andrew Bacigalupo ('07) — AEA Stage Manager; Production Stage Manager for Disney's Aladdin national tour
Facilities
•Patricia A. Corbett Theatre — 319-seat proscenium with fly system and automated orchestra pit
•Fine Arts Center with production shops, design studios, and rehearsal spaces
•6–8 department productions per season; required production credits build professional portfolios
•Annual High School Theatrical Design Competition hosted on campus — leadership and mentoring opportunity
Program Recognition
•Largest theatre program in the state of Kentucky, housed in the NKU School of the Arts
•Pre-professional training in theatrical design and technical production
•Located minutes from downtown Cincinnati — access to a major professional theatre market
•69 total credits in the major; 9 customizable credits in area of interest
Training
•Fundamentals of Theatrical Design, Drafting for Theatre, and Theatrical Rendering
•Specialization tracks in lighting, costume, sound, scene design, and properties
•Computer Graphics for the Stage and advanced makeup courses available
•Costume history, stagecraft, and sound design round out the technical curriculum
Notable Alumni
•Andrew Bacigalupo ('07) — AEA Stage Manager; Production Stage Manager for Disney's Aladdin national tour
Facilities
•Patricia A. Corbett Theatre — 319-seat proscenium with fly system and automated orchestra pit
•Fine Arts Center with production shops, design studios, and rehearsal spaces
•6–8 department productions per season; required production credits build professional portfolios
•Annual High School Theatrical Design Competition hosted on campus — leadership and mentoring opportunity
Updated Apr 30, 1:54 PM
