Theatre

Overview

Throughout this Theatre BA program from University of the Fraser Valley you'll acquire a deep understanding of the history and theory of performance and develop a high standard of competence in the practical, technical, and collaborative aspects of theatre.

In your first two years, you develop a strong foundation in stagecraft and focus on four key areas: theatre studies; acting and performance; technical theatre and design; and creative practice, through practicum courses that provide opportunities  to apply knowledge and skills through active participation in theatre productions.

In year three and four, you define and refine your creative vision and academic interests through independent and performance-research projects, while also sharpening your critical thinking skills in the evaluation and interpretation of theatrical genres, movements, performances, and texts. Upper level creative practice courses in acting, playmaking, design, and direction give you in-depth exposure to more advanced skills and techniques, as well as opportunities to apply, compare, and evaluate alternate creative approaches.

To round out your set of skills, you also have the opportunity to study the interdisciplinary relationship of theatre to other media (i.e. film, video, digital media) and other forms of artistic and creative practice (i.e. visual arts, playwriting).

The UFV Bachelor of Arts with a Theatre major prepares you to think critically, approach problems creatively, and work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions. These transferable skills are valued in the workplace and open up a variety of employment opportunities.

Career opportunities:

With the recent launch of a provincial strategy to help grow the arts and culture sector in British Columbia, opportunities and initiatives are expected to both expand and diversify, notably in the area of gaming, digital and interactive media, film, and video. In fact, the British Columbia Labour Market Outlook cites occupations in Art, Culture, Recreation and Sport as one of the three groups expected to experience the strongest growth in B.C.

In addition to acting roles in live theatre and film, jobs also exist in related areas such as stage management, set or costume design, event promotion, lighting or sound management, scriptwriting, stunt coordination, fundraising, commercial video or digital media productions, and more.

Theatre graduates have also been known to leverage their team building, leadership, project management, and presentation skills in other professions, such as business, law, journalism, teaching, and tourism.