Explore Theatre
At Texas A&M UniversityA unique opportunity is emerging on stages at Texas A&M University: learning how to build a theatrical production from the ground up. With an emphasis on devised theatre, our faculty members help students create original works and build broad expertise in the skills necessary to collaboratively develop and mount theatrical productions.
Devising New Creations
The Theatre program is centered in a practice-based approach to the many facets of theatre-making. This includes performance (acting, voice, movement, directing); design and production (costume, lighting, sound design, technology); and arts administration and community engagement (producing and archiving theatrical productions; working with communities and specialized populations).
Our faculty members have devised a curriculum and co-curricular season that provides students with the skills and knowledge to become leaders in the global theatre industry. Participation in the theatrical productions creates a high-impact educational experience, giving students the opportunity to put their classroom learning into practice.
Through this program, students will become flexible and innovative creators who can communicate across cultures and media, and who thrive in a highly varied and ever-changing job market. They will be prepared to embark on careers in a variety of settings, both in theatre and beyond.
Students can also develop an in-depth understanding of the visual and performing arts through the Performance and Visual Studies program. This includes concepts in performance theory, visual culture and critical analysis, along with specialized areas such as theatre, dance, film and visual arts. Interdisciplinary coursework and the college’s rich performance schedule provide a broad foundation of knowledge.
Undergraduate Degrees
Theatre
Bachelor of Fine ArtsThe Bachelor of Fine Arts degree trains students in the range of skills necessary to stage new and original theatrical works and to be creative and independent agents. The program will prepare students to manage the planning, design, preparation and production of theatrical works.
Performance and Visual Studies
Bachelor of ArtsThe Bachelor of Arts degree enhances students’ critical thinking, analytical abilities and writing skills. It equips students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the performing and visual arts.
We have free rein to say, ‘What would your dream program be if we’re really looking at the future of theatre?’ I think we’re on the cutting edge. We have a real unique opportunity to say, ‘This is what the future of theatre training looks like.’
Graduate Degrees
The Master of Arts degree is built around a multifaceted understanding of performance. The program bridges scholarship and practice, ranging from applying qualitative research methods to transmitting knowledge through performance.
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Technology is deeply rooted in our mission, giving our students a foundation in innovation and expertise in digital literacy. Computing methods are the building blocks that make this possible, and are used throughout all of our disciplines.
Through storytelling, communication, research and analysis, writing plays a significant role in the arts. Our students are equipped with the ability to analyze the history and cultural context of art, with critical assessment skills that will serve them in their careers.