Overview

You’ll get a broad-based education to prepare you for a career in professional theatre and more. Build on your talent and your future as you develop your analytical thinking, clarity in written and spoken expression, collaboration and creativity.

Choose from BFA specializations in acting, musical theatre, all areas of design, technical production and theatre studies. We also offer a broad-based BA degree in Theatre, open to all Texas Christian University students.

Besides the flexibility of pursuing either a BA or a BFA, the opportunities for real-world experience and collaboration at Texas Christian University are a major plus. 

The department maintains close relationships with area professional theatres, connecting students with internships and stage experience. Every year, our students make valuable connections working as actors, production assistants, educators, front office and box office personnel, set designers, stage managers and technicians.

Career Prospects

When you graduate from Theatre program, you’ll join an impressive network of Theatre Texas Christian University alumni who work across the nation in professional and academic theatre, including graduates who have garnered roles as actors and choreographers on Broadway, major regional theatres, and national tours; as stage managers; as voice actors; as designers and production technicians for cruise line productions; and as theatre educators.