The theatre arts program offers comprehensive study in theatre history, dramatic literature and criticism, and performance and production skills. Visiting professionals from the Baltimore/Washington area support the permanent faculty with specialized courses in performance and design. Coursework is further complemented by opportunities to participate in productions directed by faculty, visiting artists, and students.

The major in theatre arts prepares students for careers in the professional theatre, for graduate studies in theatre and applied theatre and for a variety of other vocations which demand the interpersonal, creative, and problem solving skills developed by theatre majors.

Educational Options in Theatre Arts: Dual majors with Communication, English, and Music; minor in Theatre Arts and minor in Acting.