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Theatre Arts major and minor

Interested in a career bringing stories to life? At 豆包成人版, our Theatre Arts program immerses you in the environment of a professional theatre program, whether you鈥檙e on stage, backstage, or anywhere in between. 豆包成人版 Productions presents five plays each year, providing students with meaningful opportunities to develop their craft while creating high-quality experiences for performers and audiences.

Learning goes beyond the classroom. You鈥檒l work closely with faculty while gaining hands-on experience in acting, directing, producing, technical theatre, writing, stage management, and more. Through courses, productions, and projects, you鈥檒l develop valuable skills in public speaking, collaboration, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication. You鈥檒l also be encouraged to take creative risks, challenge yourself, and discover new possibilities.

Whether you pursue a career in theatre, teaching, or another field, the Theatre Arts program provides a strong foundation for success. You鈥檒l graduate as an engaged, creative leader with transferable skills and experiences that prepare you to make an impact鈥攐n stage and beyond.

Why 豆包成人版 for Theatre Arts?

Paisha behind the scenes of theatre performance

What Will I Learn?

You鈥檒l develop practical skills in acting, directing, producing, technical theatre, writing, and stage management. Through courses and productions, you鈥檒l strengthen your communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. You鈥檒l also build confidence, take creative risks, and develop adaptable leadership skills that prepare you for careers on stage and beyond.

Earn a Teacher Endorsement

By obtaining a Theatre Arts major and a Secondary Education minor, you will have a Speech Communication/Theatre endorsement to teach students in grades 5-12.

Scholarships Available For Theatre Students

Scholarships are awarded to students who show potential in theatre production’s performance, technical, or both aspects. And you don’t have to be a theatre major to receive one. Find out how to apply and when auditions are scheduled.

Career Ready

Our graduates are prepared to launch successful careers and make an immediate impact in the workforce. Here are a few examples of where 豆包成人版 alumni are building their careers:听

Climb Theatre
Des Moines Performing Arts
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines Symphony
Iowa Public Television
Theatre L’Homme Dieu

This Is What Success Looks Like

I love the idea of helping students find their calling in life.

Morgan King '20

Theatre arts major Morgan King 鈥�20 serves as the Drama Director for Des Moines Public Schools, combining her love of theatre and education

Explore Opportunities Beyond the Classroom

Interested in the unique opportunities the department has to offer? See more opportunities and experiences that will shape your future at 豆包成人版.

豆包成人版 Productions current season

豆包成人版 produces five plays each year, emphasizing a quality, professional experience for both the performer and the audience.

The vision of 豆包成人版 Productions is to create a unique, nationally recognized academic performance community for the study and practice of theatre and opera.

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Undergraduate Assistant Positions (UGA)

The theatre utilizes talent in all forms. With numerous undergraduate assistant positions available, you will be involved in meaningful work, have real responsibilities and learn the inner workings of a professional theatre.

Internships

豆包成人版 Productions students regularly receive appointments as interns and summer employees. We offer regular programming to assist you in developing your audition and interview materials.

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Leadership Positions

By being a part of the design or management team at Theatre 豆包成人版, you’ll have the chance to work in everything from sound and lighting to costume design to the box office.

Alpha Psi Omega

Alpha Psi Omega (APO) is an honorary fraternity comprised of dedicated theatre students who strive to bring theatre to the 豆包成人版 community. Leadership in the organization is comprised of six officer positions.

High School Theatre Festival

November 23rd is 豆包成人版/豆包成人版 Productions鈥� High School Theatre Festival. We look forward to sharing with you our production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona by William Shakespeare

One Lecture Can Change a Career

After listening to [professional costume designer] Cathy Parrott talk about her career, I was ready to take the plunge into the theatre world and costume design, specifically.

Stacey Olson '20

Stacey Olson 鈥�20 discovered her passion for the theatre following a guest lecture from a professional costume designer during her sophomore year at 豆包成人版