This program is for those students who wish to work as performers or directors in theatre, television or film. The Performance Program aims to train talented and purposeful students by physically and mentally preparing them for the demands of both the art and business of theatre. Talented students without previous experience may apply.
All styles hone the actor's process and skills in transforming self and character.
The BFA provides a solid liberal arts education through required and elective courses. Students take the core acting or directing progression and related voice and movement courses during eight semesters in a four-year period. A balance of performance and general studies courses is required. Each individual plan of study is reviewed by the performance advisor to fit the particular needs of the student within the parameters of the core curriculum. During the summer, students are encouraged to further their training at theatre camps or to work in summer stock or festival theatres.