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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

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Program Overview

The Bachelor’s degree in Theatre allows undergraduates the opportunity to perform, design, educate, and produce in the areas of theatre and film. The program provides the facilities, faculty, curriculum, and opportunity for students to focus on acting, directing, writing, design, costuming, cinematography, editing, or education. The program offers several concentrations.

The Department of Theatre is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST).

Concentrations:

  • Design Technical
  • Film Production
  • Performance

 

Possible Career Options

Students pursuing a degree in Performance open the door for live theatre, production, and educational work opportunities. Wherever your interests are, a career in performing can take you there!

Film and TV Actor

Stage Actor

Voiceover Artist

Public Speaker

Theatre Director

Theatre Producer

Paulina Moreno
Being a Vaquero to me means being courageous and strong. For me, being a Vaquero is persevering, being bilingual, and being a prideful Mexican. Becoming a Vaquero has helped me grow my abilities and knowledge.
Paulina Moreno, UTRGV Undergraduate Student

UTRGV Tuition Advantage

Launching in Fall 2022, this program will cover the cost of tuition and mandatory fees for students with a family-adjusted gross income of $125,000 or less.
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Arnold Gonzalez
UTRGV and the people that’ve helped build its reputation have helped me realize where I should be, and it’s here as a proud Vaquero.
Arnold Gonzalez, UTRGV Undergraduate Student

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