About this Degree In our four-year bachelor of arts theatre program, students can: Act in musicals, plays, and film projects Build sets and costumes Hang lights and create sound Generate innovative media design Train in design for stage and screen Collaborate to develop new works Study Abroad in London or Greece Explore theatre histories Connect with our extensive alumni network Travel to conferences What you will learn Our students, driven by a love for stage and screen, gain hands-on experience making plays, film, and animation projects – while studying these art forms in-depth – in front of an audience or camera, behind the scenes, in the director’s chair, on the design team, and in the critic’s corner. Many students seek more advanced training and study in their main areas of interest, while others may aim for a bigger picture or wide variety of experience that could include a second major, a minor, or a certificate program. Their creative collaborations and academic achievements lay the foundation for building crucial professional relationships and developing essential problem-solving skills for success in their careers. Students may Pursue the general bachelor's degree in theatre, or may add one or more areas of Emphasis: Acting Design Directing and Stage management Dramatic Writing Dramatic Media/Animation Theatre History and Theory Interesting Facts about this Degree or Program Roughly 50% or more of our theatre majors pursue second majors or dual degrees, which is encouraged and usually manageable within four years. Graduates with degrees in Theatre frequently work in or go on to graduate programs in a wide range of fields, including theatre and film (acting, film production, stage management, directing, arts administration, design, playwriting, dramaturgy) as well as business, law, communications, and other people-related disciplines. Other Information about Degree or Program Suggested pathway for theatre majors and other useful advice for new students Scholarship and Award Information Several undergraduate scholarship and award opportunities are available at the University of Georgia. Undergraduate Scholarships & Awards Student Organizations The Thalian Blackfriars (est. 1893) Next Act Musical Theatre Club Children's Theatre Troupe Black Theatrical Ensemble Ars Gratia Artis The Tribute film production club Film Club UGA CinéClub UGA Employment Information Employers: Acting Conservatories Music and Film Studios Advertising Agencies Music and Video Stores Amusement and Theme Parks Music Companies Cabarets Orchestra and Bands Children's Theaters Performing Arts Centers Colleges and Universities Production Companies Commercial Theaters Public Relations Firms Community Theaters Radio Stations Cruise Lines Regional Theaters Dinner Theaters Repertory Companies Entertainment Companies Summer Stock Theaters For A Good Time Theatre Co. Television/Film Studios GA Fine Arts Academy This End Up Industry Trade Papers Touring Companies Magazines and Newspapers Video Production Companies Marketing and Sales Media Firms Possible Job Titles: Actor Lighting Designer Administrator of Arts Programs Management Agent Marketing and Advertising Booking Manager Miniature Set Designer Broadcast Technology Personal Manager Box Office Sales Playwriting Camera Operation Producing Carpenter/Scenic Artist Promoter Casting Director Company Manager Private Instruction Copy Writer Property Design Coordinator of Volunteers Public Relations Manager Copyright Specialist Riggers Costume Designer Screenwriting/Scriptwriting Design/Sales Set Design/Construction Drama Therapist Sound Design Dramatization Teacher Special Effects Electricians Stage Manager Film Editor Talent Agent Fundraising and Development Westridge School Furniture Designer Teacher Hair/Make-up Technical Theatre Director Instructor of Performing Art Wardrobe Writer/Editor
