The complexities of a theatrical production demand individuals who are willing to voluntarily undertake any task that needs to be done in order for the production to succeed. In theatre, we're all self-starters. Promptness and Respect for Deadlines Tardiness is never acceptable in theatre because it shows a lack of self-discipline, and more importantly, a lack of consideration for others. Being late for a rehearsal or a work call or failing to finish an assigned task on time damages a production and affects the work of many other people. Theatre demands that you learn to arrive on time and meet scheduled deadlines.
Employers appreciate workers who are on time and do their work as scheduled.
In theatre you work within the structure of a set of procedures and rules that deal with everything from shop safety to behavior at auditions, rehearsals and work calls. Theatre teaches you the importance of rules, a concept that's important in any organization. The Ability to Learn Quickly Theatre students, whether they're memorizing lines or learning the technical aspects of a production, must have the ability to absorb a vast quantity of material quickly and accurately. Your work in college theatre will show that you have the ability to grasp complex matters in a short period of time, a highly-valued trait to employers. In theatre you discover that a successful production requires contributions from everybody who's involved.