Our B.F.A. in Performing Arts — Theatre immerses you in dynamic, hands-on performance and production.
You’ll jump directly into your area of interest, such as acting, voice, movement, directing, stagecraft, and design—building a strong artistic foundation while gaining experience in stage management, script analysis, and live production.
Explore the Theatre Degree Program
Key Features
- No waiting. Step into acting, voice, movement, and technical theatre courses in your first semester
- Work across disciplines. Collaborate with students in dance and opera to create original performances, multimedia work, and design showcases.
Perform, Direct, or Design Every Semester
- Participation is built into the curriculum. You’ll audition or interview for roles and production assignments each semester—whether you’re acting on stage, calling cues from the booth, or leading a design area.
- Mainstage productions featuring classics, contemporary works, and original plays
- Second Stage student-directed shows
- Regional and national festivals like the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, and the Southeastern Theatre Conference
A Collaborative, Professional Training Environment
- Your professors are practicing artists and directors who serve as mentors throughout your time in the program. You’ll meet regularly to evaluate your progress and tailor your experience based on your concentration and career aspirations.
- Rehearsals, labs, and performances mirror the professional world—demanding commitment, punctuality, and high artistic standards both on stage and off.
Curriculum Snapshot
| Year | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| 1 | Acting I–II, Movement I–II, Voice I–II, Stagecraft, Play Text Analysis, Writing & Quantitative Reasoning |
| 2 | Theatre Workshop, Theatre History I–II, Stage Makeup, Costume Technology, Voice & Text |
| 3 | Directing I, Stage Management, Design/Tech Electives (Lighting, Set, Costume), Performance Labs |
| 4 | Senior Capstone Project, Theatre Workshop, Acting Studio or Design Lab, Theatre Electives |
Plus 40 credits in general education (English, math, science, history, social sciences, and electives).
Always consult the current UL Lafayette academic catalog for official degree requirements and policies.