Theatre Studies
Our program is ideal for students who are interested in directing, playwriting, stage managing,
dramaturgy and literary management, theatre administration and teaching.
Why Study Theatre Studies at TCU?
- Engage in close-knit, dynamic learning with expert faculty and performance classes designed for 12 students on average.
- Specialize in an informal focus area—such as directing, stage management, or playwriting—while gaining a solid foundation in all aspects of theatre.
- Join a distinguished network of alumni working nationwide as actors, choreographers, voiceover artists and theatre educators.
Program Overview
The BFA in Theatre Studies offers training in many theatre disciplines, including performance, design, production, history, literature and criticism.
The program includes:
- A yearly jury with theatre faculty to review progress and plan further development (no cuts are made).
- A broad curriculum comprising all areas of theatre.
- Audition opportunities for eight department performances each year.
For a full look at what makes our program unique, view our Program Overview.
Performance Opportunities
You can audition for the department’s six to eight annual productions, as well as for local Dallas–Fort Worth theatres and participate in biannual co-productions with professional companies. The Department of Theatre also offers three distinct performance venues, providing varied design opportunities. You’ll have access to:
- A lighting setup primarily of ETC equipment, including Eos and Ion consoles, providing hands-on experience with industry-standard technology.
- A range of intelligent lights, LED instruments and over 150 conventional fixtures.
- Fully staffed scenic and costume studio, where student designers learn their craft from professional staff, including skilled artisans, teachers and mentors.
Casting is based on who is right for the role, not on class rank, emphasis, or major. First-year students are eligible and often cast in their first semester.
All BFA Theatre majors are required to serve on a production crew each semester, rotating through a variety of assignments and training opportunities.
Career Prep & Alumni
Our graduates thrive in a wide range of careers — as actors, choreographers, designers, and technicians on Broadway, national tours and cruise lines.
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