"Our program emphasizes independent thinking and personalized learning, empowering students to cultivate their unique artistic voices. With a curriculum designed to foster creativity, technical proficiency, and empathy, our graduates are not just prepared for success – they have a distinct advantage in the industry, ready to take on any role or stage with confidence."
—Amanda Crabb, Head of The Musical Theatre Program, Department of Theatre
5
Bachelor
Degrees
Receive a BFA, BS, or BA (120-128 credits) in as little as 8 semesters (4 years)!
2
Associate
Degrees
Receive an AS/AA (60 credits) in as little as 4 semesters (1.5–2 years)!
1
Certificate
Program
Receive a Certificate of Proficiency (27 credits) in as little as semesters (1 year)!
1
Minor
Program
Receive a Theatre Arts Minor (22 credits) in as little as 2 semesters (1 year)!
At Utah Valley University, the Theatre Programs offer an enriching and immersive experience for students passionate about the performing arts. With a focus on both traditional and contemporary theatrical practices, UVU provides a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for careers in acting, directing, stage management, design, and more.
Led by a dedicated faculty of industry professionals, students receive personalized mentorship and guidance as they explore their artistic potential. Through hands-on experiences, including mainstage productions, workshops, and internships, students develop the practical skills and creative insight necessary to thrive in the dynamic world of theatre. UVU's state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to inclusivity and diversity ensure that students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to contribute to and excel within the vibrant theatre community. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, graduates of UVU's Theatre Programs emerge as versatile and skilled artists ready to make their mark on the stage and beyond.
A conservatory-style degree that allows greater depth of focus into the area of acting performance. Requires an application and audition prior to starting the four-year course of study or after a set of prerequisite courses, taken as part of the BA program (see Audition Information for more details). Includes hands-on, intensive work in acting techniques, movement, voice, and performance opportunities to prepare students for a professional career in acting.
A conservatory-style degree that allows greater depth of focus into the area of musical theatre. Requires an application and audition prior to starting the four-year course of study or after a set of prerequisite courses, taken as part of the BA program (see Audition Information for more details). Includes hands-on, intensive work in private voice, acting for musical theatre, movement, and performance opportunities to prepare students for a professional career in musical theatre.
A conservatory-style degree that allows greater depth of focus into the areas of theatre design and production, including costume design, set design, lighting design, stage management, and technical direction. Requires an online application and interview during freshman year (or the first year of study at UVU) and provides hands-on, intensive work in the student's area of focus that prepares them for a professional career in that field.
Prepares students with core knowledge in both the practice and history of theatre as well as the required standards for a professional career in secondary education.
Will the Theatre Education degree meet the educational requirements for the professional credential in the state or US territory you might choose to live during or after completing your UVU degree? Visit the UVU Professional Licensure website to learn more!
The BA in Theatre Studies is a broad-based liberal arts degree that provides a foundation in script analysis, theatre history, dramatic literature, stagecraft, directing, stage management, and acting and allows students to choose courses in performance, design, and technical production, dramaturgy, film studies, scriptwriting, theatre administration, and theatre for children and youth that will help them to fulfill their vocational or avocational objectives or to prepare them for graduate studies in theatre.
Provides students with a practical foundation in the practice of theatre and broad knowledge for continuation in a four-year degree program in theatre. This includes a foreign language requirement.
Provides students with a practical foundation in the practice of theatre and broad knowledge for continuation in a four-year degree program in theatre.
Provides the opportunity for students to add a secondary emphasis in theatre to another course of study.
Provides students with basic training in theatre technology. The department will offer the certificate for students completing beginning courses in stagecraft, costume construction, lighting and sound operation, makeup, shop and backstage procedures, basic design principles, and drafting.
"I came out of The Theatre Department as more than a performer. I was a stage manager, audio technician, director, and all-around better person. The connections that were built have lasted way beyond graduation and continue to grow. It's not just a program-it's a community."
—Lucas Stewart, Theatre Arts Graduate
