Bachelor Of Fine Arts In Dramatic Arts (Performance)

Program descriptionThrough our rigorous program of hands-on theatre experiences, you'll refine artistic techniques and develop lifelong skills such as creativity, confidence and discipline. Courses in theatre history and theory provide a comprehensive understanding of drama’s essential role in society.Audition Act Devise Direct: Dramatic Arts (Performance) at uLethbridgeVideo of Audition Act Devise Direct: Dramatic Arts (Performance) at uLethbridgeThis innovative program highlights the connections between performance, directing, and devised theatre, ensuring appreciation for historic traditions and anticipating future trends. Explore courses in acting, voice, and movement, and discover a range of performance techniques, including theatre for young audiences, improvisation, and physical theatre. Enrich your classroom experiences by performing in a season of exhilarating theatre productions that range in style and scale.Work-Integrated LearningYou have full access to co-operative education, international exchanges, independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities. uLethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer co-operative education to all majors, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.ProductionsParticipate in a dynamic season of theatre activities, including Mainstage productions supervised by professors, the student-run TheatreXtra series, and an array of practical workshops, play readings, public forums, and special events.Internship OpportunitiesExpand your experiences and gain new perspectives beyond the classroom.Possible careersActingStage DirectingArtistic DirectingLighting DesignSet DesignCostume DesignPlaywrightMakeup ArtistryScriptwritingTechnical DirectingCastingTeaching/CoachingSome of these careers require additional education. Students may also choose to continue their education at the MFA or PhD levels.Find more information about careers opportunities