Theatre Arts - Bachelor's (BA, BFA)

DEGREE OVERVIEW

The Department of Theatre Arts & Dance at The University of Texas at Arlington provides theatre arts majors with a well-rounded education in the theatrical profession through extensive practical and theoretical application of the art and craft of the stage. Theatre majors at UTA embark each year on a season of artistic development and enrichment. Students are challenged to develop their talent, self-discipline, and initiative through both intellectual and practical pursuits. Theatrical production work goes hand-in-hand with classes designed to immerse students in the theatrical production process, as well as dramatic literature, theatre history, and play writing. The UTA Department of Theatre Arts & Dance  is large enough to offer a broadly based and comprehensive curriculum, yet small enough to nurture close-knit relationships between faculty and students. Our location connects students to a larger community of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, affording them unique opportunities for professional employment.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The theatre arts program prepares actors, designers, and instructors for careers in the vibrant DFW metroplex as well as regionally throughout the U.S. Theatre Arts students will receive professional training to continue their education in graduate schools. Our program sets theatre arts students up for success through hands-on production experience, close-knit faculty mentoring, and an active development of a work-ready ethic.

Each curriculum sub-plan is tailored to extensive coursework and required production work and auditioning. All BFA plans are admitted by audition only. Extensive audition and degree plan information can be found on our website: uta.edu/theatre. A BA in theatre arts does not require an audition.

LEARN MORE

• Admissions requirements and degree information in the University Catalog
• Course Catalog
• Program website
• Prospective students information
• Program accreditation

DEGREE OPTIONS

BFA in Theatre Arts - Acting Concentration

The BFA in acting prepares the student for a career in acting, education, or graduate study. The Acting Area provides the student with comprehensive core coursework in acting, voice, and movement with supplemental coursework in acting for the camera, dance, stage combat, improvisation, Shakespeare, and more! Performance opportunities are abundant, and students are cast as early as their first year of enrollment! Please click the link below to see the degree plan for the BFA in acting.

BFA  - Acting Concentration 

BFA In Theatre Arts - Musical Theatre Concentration

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theatre is intended for the dedicated and committed student who wishes to pursue a career in musical theatre. This interdisciplinary program involves course work in the core disciplines of music, theatre, and dance, as well as liberal arts courses designed to add historical context and insight into the student’s creative choices through theory and analysis. Our program utilizes the expertise of nationally and internationally recognized faculty from theatre, music, and dance to create a well-rounded artist/scholar. Please click the link below to see the degree plan for the BFA in musical theatre.

BFA - Musical Theatre Concentration  

BFA in Theatre Arts - Design/Technology Concentration

The BFA in design and technology focuses on providing students with academic and practical experience in all major theatrical design and stagecraft areas. The program focuses on evolving the theories and concepts of the classroom into realized projects and production work on the stage. The BFA is for those students seeking a professional career as either a designer or technician within the entertainment industry. The program’s degree plan is designed to create a balance of the four major areas of theatrical design, incorporating design and technology courses in scenery, costumes, lighting, sound, drafting, and tech production. Students have the opportunity to further focus on areas of interest through their production assignments, project work, and specialized classes. Please click the link below to see the degree plan for the BFA in design and technology.

BFA -Design and Technology Concentration 

BA in Theatre Arts

The Bachelor of Arts in theatre arts is designed to provide students with a well-rounded experience in theatre through a curriculum that includes core courses in acting, directing, technical theatre, dramatic literature, and theatre history. Students gain practical experience through courses in performance, design and technology, and history. Electives include courses in the core areas, allowing for students to focus on one concentration or continue to study in all three. Graduates of the BA theatre arts program are prepared for a lifetime of appreciation, participation, and further study in the theatre arts. Please click the link below to see the degree plan for the BA in theatre arts.

BA - Theatre Arts

WHY CHOOSE US?

• Easily accessible to the professional theatre world of both Fort Worth and Dallas.
• Caring, supportive professors who guide your career in the arts.
• Internships with professional theatre companies.
• Performance and design opportunities from the first day of your UTA career.

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Take the next step toward investing in yourself by learning more about our Theatre Arts - Bachelor's (BA, BFA) program.

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