Overview

With a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, this program prepares you for a career in theatre production. Access industry-standard tools, experienced faculty and real-world opportunities. Enroll now and take the first step towards a career in theatre production.

The opportunity for intensive specialization is available to all students pursuing the Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Theatre Design Technology and Production. The Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Theatre Design Technology and Production seeks to develop individuals who are flexible, dynamic, and creative collaborators in the theatre arts.

The Theatre Design, Technology and Production program from Kent State University fosters the artistic development of theatre designers, technicians and artisans.

Students study both traditional theatre practices and new methods, materials and technologies. Students must demonstrate continued progress through annual portfolio reviews, course work and production responsibilities. In addition, students are expected to complete a significant production assignment each semester.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Articulate basic elements and principles of design theory and composition.

Produce and communicate design ideas and accurate production models, paperwork and drawings by hand and/or through the use of current industry standard software programs.

Describe the full process of design and production for a finished production, including the roles that various personnel play in the mounting of a finished production.

Articulate and use best practices and industry standards related to safety for theatrical venues and production elements.

Prepare and present a professional resume and a portfolio of design/production work that demonstrate one's cumulative accomplishments.

Recognize and evaluate a diverse selection of contemporary and historical theatre repertory.

Apply theories to and perform technical skills in a variety of realized stage productions.

Careers

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

Lighting technicians and media and communication equipment workers, all other

Film and video editors

Set and exhibit designers

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art History: Ancient To Medieval Art

Art History: Renaissance To Modern Art

Making Theatre: Culture And Practice

Graphics For The Theatre

Theatre Design And Production

Lighting Design

Costume Design

Sound And Projection Design And Technology

Scene Design

Stage Management

Global Theatre Histories

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A copy of your Passport Biographical Page.

English Language Proficiency scores

Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language).

Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language).

Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational and living expenses.

Kent State Affidavit of Financial Support is required when you are funded by a sponsor(s). For example: parent, sibling, relative, friend, government, organization or institute/school.

Financial documents are only required after acceptance.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Out-of-State

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13466 USD / year

≈ 13466 USD / year

Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Kent

Funding

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