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Theatre degrees in the USA

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Theatre BA

Elizabethtown College United States

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Theatre BA

University of North Texas (UNT) United States

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Theatre BA, BSc, UG:Bachelor

University of Idaho United States

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Theater / Drama / Dramatic Arts (A.A. Degree) Other UG Award

Valencia College United States

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Study a Theatre degree in the USA in 2025

Theatre as a degree focuses on the study and practice of the performing arts, encompassing various aspects of theatre production, acting, directing, stage management, and theatre history. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the theatrical arts and fosters creative expression and storytelling through live performances.

Studying Theatre nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. It provides a platform for self-expression and encourages students to engage with diverse narratives and perspectives. Graduates often find fulfilment in bringing stories to life, inspiring audiences, and contributing to the vibrant world of performing arts. A degree in Theatre opens doors to various opportunities in both the artistic and management aspects of the entertainment industry, allowing individuals to pursue their passion for theatre and contribute to the cultural richness of society.

Graduates of a degree in Theatre will have a diverse range of career options available to them within the entertainment industry and beyond. These include professional actors, directors, playwrights, stage managers, arts administrators, drama teachers, and theatre critics.

Your degree program will be delivered through a combination of practical workshops, lectures, and seminars, offering hands-on experience in all aspects of theatre production. Depending on your course, you may have the opportunity to participate in numerous stage productions, gaining valuable practical skills and building your portfolio. Modules you study could include:

  • Acting Techniques
  • Theater History and Dramatic Literature
  • Stagecraft and Set Design
  • Directing for the Stage
  • Playwriting and Dramaturgy

Study in the USA

With over 1.1 million international students choosing the USA as their higher education destination each year, the country is one of the most popular study abroad destinations in the world. There are consistently many USA based universities and colleges ranked within the top 100 in the QS World University rankings, and it is not uncommon for the top 10 rankings to be dominated by American universities as well. As one of the biggest countries in the world, you will have many choices when it comes to deciding where you want to study abroad.

See our detailed guide to studying in the USA for international students.

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