 The
Theatre Arts major is a practical liberal arts degree. The broad
range of subjects studied enable the theatre student to qualify
for a wide variety of fields. Theatre majors are found in the professional
areas of live theatre, film, television, corporate and media training,
radio, public relations, advertising, business law, teaching, and
higher education.
The diverse
nature of Theatre explores expressions of human interactions and
conflict. This study develops intellectual awareness about the human
condition. It helps develop skills for working as a theatre artist
and as an indivisual who understands teamwork.
Liberal studies majors
will benefit from a departmental philosophy that good theatre training
is also excellent teacher training. Many courses in the department
have no prerequisites, and they will help liberal studies students
to prepare for careers in teaching.
The Theatre
Arts Department season includes three or four main stage plays and
several lab productions during the academic year. Lab productions
may be student directed/designed. In addition, the department has
two touring groups: The Imagination Players -- an elementary school
tour --and the Sun Tour -- multiethnic theme plays for high school
and community college students.
While there are many
acting opportunities,
CSUSB also boasts an award-winning technical program. Several design
students have placed well in regional andnational competition at
KC/ACTF and USITT conferences. In addition, theatre students are
encouraged to work with faculty as Assistant Directors, Designers,
Stage Managers, and in Theatre Administration. Theatre faculty encourage
highly-motivated and qualified students to develop their own creative
efforts. New student play scripts and innovative approaches to theatre
are strongly encouraged.
Theatre
Arts majors choose to concentrate in one of six areas, once they
have completed a common core of courses: Acting, Design/ Technical,
Drama Education, Dance, or Musical Theatre. There is also a certificate
program for students interested in Theatre for Youth, as well as
a Minor in Theatre Arts and a M.A. Program.
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