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Ball State's bachelor of arts/bachelor of science (BA/BS) in theatre education is built on the conviction that theatre can transform lives. You'll be pushed to refine your artistic perspective while acquiring the expertise to educate, motivate, and nurture future theatre practitioners. The theatre education curriculum equips you to manage a theatre program and excel as an educator immediately upon graduation. A comprehensive background in acting, theatrical design, technical production, play analysis, and theatre history readies you for every aspect of secondary school drama instruction and production. Additionally, you'll complete a robust selection of liberal arts studies. With exclusively undergraduate classes, you'll gain frequent hands-on teaching and directing experience from the start. The program emphasizes developing strong communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills for educational settings. You'll enroll in education courses through Ball State's prestigious Teachers College, with immersive learning experiences that foster cross-disciplinary partnerships and community-engaged projects.