The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre at Ohio Wesleyan University offers you a comprehensive exploration of the performing arts, equipping you to analyze and interpret theatre texts and practices within diverse artistic and social movements. You will develop essential written, oral, and visual literacies pertinent to the performing arts, alongside a deep understanding of discipline-specific theories. This undergraduate program is designed for aspiring theatre professionals and scholars who aim to refine their creative, collaborative, and critical thinking capabilities in preparation for pre-professional production environments.
This full-time, on-campus degree, typically completed over four years, integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application through hands-on production experiences each semester. You will engage with core areas such as acting, technical theatre, and design, while also exploring playwriting, directing, and performance theories. A significant component of your studies involves a capstone senior project, allowing you to apply your accumulated knowledge and skills to a focused area of interest. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths, including professional theatre, graduate studies, internships, and arts education, with a strong foundation in theatrical practice and scholarship.