Department of Theatre Arts
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Costa Mesa,California 92626
714.556.2971
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DEGREES OFFERED
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Musical Theatre Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Stage and Screen Acting/Directing Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Technical/Design
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The department of theatre arts creates a Christ-centered, professional environment for artistic expression by developing the creative mind, body and spirit of each student in the disciplines of: performance, directing, design, technical theatre, production, theatre management, script writing, theatre history and dramatic literature. By imparting knowledge and allowing hands-on participation, the department is about preparing students to impact our world for God’s glory.
Notable Alumni Include:
Sunny Peabody, Emily Rose Maier, Kristina Kuzmic, Troy Iwata, Chelsea Streano, Donna Louden, Claire Friday, Will Pruett, Preston Butler III, Kimberly Monks, Ryan Miller, Bretlyn Schmitt-Lazaris, Stephanie Wood, Michael Mulligan, Dain August Ouradnik, Amy Maier Vogt, Marcieanna Klaustermeyer.
Faculty Info:
Susan Berkompas, Sarah Bordelon, Vanda Eggington, Lia Hansen, Ryan Miller, David Pecoraro, Bretlyn Schmitt- Lazaris, Richard Soto.
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American Coast Theater Company Presents AN INSPECTOR CALLS
by A.A. Cristi
- June 18, 2024
American Coast Theater Company will present AN INSPECTOR CALLS by J.B. Priestley at the Lyceum Theater on the Vanguard University campus, starting June 21, 2024, and running through June 30. Directed by Connor Berkompas.
Vanguard University's Department Of Theatre Arts Presents XANADU
by A.A. Cristi
- October 17, 2023
Vanguard University's highly acclaimed and award-winning department of theatre arts presents the stage adaptation of the 1980s rollicking, roller skating musical Xanadu. The production is presented in the Lyceum Theater on the Vanguard University campus, beginning October 20, 2023, and running three weekends through November 5, 2023.
ACTC Presents A Jukebox Musical THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES At The Lyceum Theater
by A.A. Cristi
- May 17, 2022
American Coast Theater Company presents a sensational jukebox musical, The Marvelous Wonderettes. The production, directed by Susan K. Berkompas, is presented in the Lyceum Theater on the Vanguard University campus, beginning May 28th, 2022, and running five weekends through June 26th, 2022. Additional performances happening at Rancho Mission Viejo Esencia Green July 7 - 10th, 2022.
Vanguard University's Department of Theatre Arts to Present HARVEY
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- March 17, 2022
Vanguard University's department of Theatre Arts will present the comedy classic by Mary Chase, Harvey. The production is presented in the Lyceum Theater on the Vanguard University campus, beginning April 1st, 2022, and running two weekends through April 10th.