Overview

Because of this diversity in discipline, a study of Performing Arts - Theatre Design and Technology at Western Kentucky University results in not only a specialized skill set, but also an adaptable creativity that expands across disciplines, robustly preparing students to encounter the challenges and artistic opportunities that make a successful career in theatre design and technology.

Costume Design

Located in rooms 306 and 307 of the Fine Arts Center, the WKU Costume Shop is a fun and vibrant place where students have the chance to both design and create costumes for plays, musicals, operas, and dance concerts.

Scenic Design

Located in "the Valley" on the first floor of the Fine Arts Center, the WKU Scene Shop is a hands-on work space where students are involved in all aspects of designing and constructing the sets for WKU Theatre & Dance productions. Upper-level students are also awarded the opportunity to take the lead in individually designing scenery and props for both MainStage and studio productions.

Lighting and Sound Design

Lighting and Sound design students here at WKU play an integral part of the design process with design possibilities ranging from studio shows, to MainStage productions, and multiple shows for the Dance Program. The electrics shop, located in the wings of the Russell Miller Theatre, serves as the workplace for student electricians and master electricians. Student technicians will learn the correct and safe way to maintain, hang, and focus modern instruments. There will also be opportunities to run computerized lighting boards, computer sound systems, and followspots for a variety of theatrical productions.

Stage Management

An excellent stage manager is essential to any successful theatre or dance production. Students at WKU learn to work closely with directors, actors, dancers, and designers to help bring about a cohesive work of art. After completing the appropriate course work, students have the opportunity to hone their skills by stage managing one of our many MainStage and studio productions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Theatre
History of Art since 1300
Stage Design
Costume Technology
Stage Electrics
Stage Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bowling Green, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application (open WKU application for admission)
Minimum academic requirements: Freshmen: 2.5 GPA / Transfer:* 2.0 GPA
*Students with 24 or more earned hours of college credit
English proficiency requirements
$75 non-refundable application fee
Official Academic Records from schools attended with grades and any degrees/diplomas/certificates received. Should also include a literal English translation.
Financial Evidence of Support must be provided to obtain an I-20
Students transferring from within the US will need to fill out the Transfer-In Form

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29030 USD / year

≈ 29030 USD / year
Out-of-State

27000 USD / year

≈ 27000 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12072 USD / year

≈ 12072 USD / year

Living costs

Bowling Green

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Costume Design

Scenic Design

Lighting and Sound Design

Stage Management

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Bowling Green

Funding

Scholarships Information

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