Main navigation
- Programs
- Subjects
- Universities
- Destinations
- Advice
Saint Louis University's Department of Visual and Performing Arts offers a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program designed to cultivate the next wave of industry leaders through immersive educational experiences. Theatre students engage in diverse learning environments including traditional classrooms, creative studios, hands-on workshops, and live theatrical productions.
Classroom instruction focuses on exploring the fundamental principles, theories, and philosophies that shape theatrical arts. Studio and workshop sessions provide opportunities for students to develop, practice, and perfect their skills in acting, directing, and stage design.
Through actual productions, students put their acquired knowledge and technical abilities into practice. The Theatre and Dance program stages multiple performances each semester, where students take on various production roles under the guidance of dedicated faculty, staff, and guest professionals, gaining comprehensive experience both onstage and behind the scenes.