The Department of Theatre offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Theatre, which
equips students with a thorough knowledge of the dramatic arts and theatrical production,
imparting vital skills relevant to real-world applications.
Why theatre at OSU?
The BA degree program allows you to create a personalized degree plan that aligns
with your interests and career objectives. It offers a wide-ranging foundation in
both practical and theoretical aspects, making it an excellent choice for students
passionate about various aspects of performance and production, seeking a thorough
education in theater. The degree's flexibility also enables students to consider a
double major or a minor in another field.
These degrees are designed to prepare students for careers in the film, live stage,
and performance industry. A BA graduate brings a high level of skill, focus, and preparation
to their respective discipline, be it acting or more the more specialized musical
theatre genre. Our graduates have pursued successful careers in a variety of fields:
Director, Producer
Actor, Performer
Film and Television
Theatre Educator
Acting Coach
Voice Over Artist
Animation Voice Artist
Dance
540seats in the Vivia Nail Locke Theater
housed in the Seretean Center for the Performing Arts
Highlights
The BA in Theatre is a comprehensive 48-hour degree with coursework in performance,
technical theatre, directing, design, theatre history and dramatic literature.
Students may elect an emphasis in performance, technical theatre and design, or a
combination of performance and design/tech.
Facilities
The Vivia Nail Locke Theater in the Seretean Center for the Performing Arts seats
540 as a traditional proscenium configuration.
The Jerry L. Davis Studio Theater seats 75 and is home to the Studio Season productions
of the department. These shows are often student directed and designed.