Virginia Wesleyan College University

Department of Fine and Performing Arts - Theatre

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1584 Wesleyan Drive
Norfolk,Virginia 23502
757.455.3256
admissions@vwc.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with Teacher Certification in Theatre Arts (Pre-K12) Minor in Theatre

On stage, backstage, and in the classroom, VWU theatre majors gain experience in all aspects of theatre. Majors and minors will encounter practical, theoretical, and critical perspectives on theatrical performance, production, theatre history and dramatic literature from Ancient Greece to the present. Students have the opportunity to study abroad, either for a travel course or for an entire semester. The multi-faceted nature of the program covers a variety of specialties that assists graduates in adapting to an exciting and fast-paced profession. The theatre major requires students to complete 11 courses in specified coursework and electives. While the major contains a breadth of coursework, students can use the major electives to deepen their skills in any of the theatre arts. The department also offers coursework to complete Teacher Certification in Theatre Arts Education (PreK-12). Students from across campus have been successful using the skills they acquire in the major or minor to enhance their employment prospects in a wide variety of fields.

Faculty Info:

Joseph Delpo, Travis Malone, Sally Shedd