BA in Theatre Arts - Theatre Performance- Acting and Musical Theatre in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay

The Department of Theatre and Dance fosters comprehensive artistic development through inclusive, rigorous creative exploration, offering training in performance, creative expression, critical thinking, diversity, teamwork, mentorship, community involvement, and social justice.

By blending foundational courses with specialized concentrations, the program delivers thorough pre-professional preparation in performance disciplines (Acting, Dance, Inclusive Performance with a focus on Social Justice, and Musical Theatre) and production fields (Stage Technology and Design). We aim to cultivate performers whose artistic abilities and originality are grounded in historical context, literary understanding, and aesthetic principles. Within a setting that nurtures innovation and personal expression, students frequently participate in diverse theatre and dance productions. The capstone experience allows students to direct, choreograph, perform, write, complete internships, or design.

The Theatre Arts program motivates students to develop versatile skills that broaden their professional opportunities. Graduates have pursued advanced studies at prestigious institutions and conservatories nationwide. Some have embarked on teaching careers, while others have entered professional theatre or dance performance directly. Alumni grace stages globally, from Broadway to Hollywood, earning accolades like Tony and Emmy Awards, among other industry honors. Businesses and public service organizations highly value Theatre Arts graduates for their collaborative abilities, innovative problem-solving, and creative communication skills.