BA in Theatre - Acting in Normal United States | Illinois State University

Begin your transformative journey into professional acting at Illinois State University's Acting program. Here, under the expert guidance of our dedicated faculty, you'll develop into both a global citizen and bold theatrical artist. With abundant stage opportunities to refine your skills, our comprehensive training equips you for careers in theatre or diverse life paths. Experience the vibrant energy of our School of Theatre and Dance Acting program, where we embrace creative fearlessness. Theatre thrives in countless venues - from Broadway to touring productions, regional theaters to community stages, schools to outdoor spaces. Theatre training also opens doors to film and television careers. Beyond acting, theatre productions employ numerous backstage professionals, and our program prepares students for all these exciting roles in the performing arts world.