Theatre BA
The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre provides students with an opportunity to study the art and craft of theatre in a broad based way. Each of our BA degree options provides a concentrated area of study with ample array of electives so that students can customize the degree to their specific interests. The B.A. in Theatre offers students six different tracks of study, each with defined goals, courses and outcomes. All six tracks immerse students in the creative, collaborative process inherent in theatrical study and exploration. Students are encouraged to broaden their undergraduate experience by choosing elective courses within the Peck School of the Arts or other schools throughout the university.
The six emphasis tracks in the program are:
Acting
Applied Theatre
Design
Playwriting & Dramaturgy
Stage Management
Theatre Education
Requirements, Curriculum & Course Descriptions
Please refer to the Theatre section of UWM's online undergraduate bulletin at: uwm.edu/ugcatalog/SC/D_FA_T.html
Application Process
The BA Theatre Studies tracks are not required to audition (for acting) or submit portfolio for other focus areas. As long as you meet the general university admission requirements, you will be able to select a theatre major and start taking coursework in the subject area.
Apply online at: apply.wisconsin.edu
BA Opportunities
Beyond the curriculum, the production and performance activity of the department serve to expand the classroom education. It is a vital resource for our students and allows for the practical application of all curriculums.
Production/Performance
More information at: arts.uwm.edu/theatre/performances
Players Guild
This student run organization, housed within the department, claims the Attic as their performance space. They offer opportunities to students in all areas of theatre, playwriting, directing, acting, and designing. Students have a chance to test their expertise, to experiment, to produce and perform, and to develop their own ideas as artists.
Study Beyond
The department offers several courses that take students further out in to the world. Students have traveled to New York, Shanghai, New Zealand, Italy, Paris, London and Dublin on study tours.
Practicum
Practicum credits in the major are a deliberate way to encourage students to engage in the professional community. UWM students have earned practicum credits of many of the professional companies in Milwaukee. UWM is the only urban university that can draw on the rich and thriving resources of a professional community
For More Information
Department of Theatre
(414) 229-4947
theatreinfo@uwm.edu
Dr. Robin Mello, Area Head
rmello@uwm.edu
414-229-6066