BA in Drama - Design/Technology (Honors) in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine

The Drama Department, consistently ranked among the nation's top ten theater programs, merges extensive liberal arts education with specialized training across multiple theatrical disciplines. Each year, the department stages a diverse lineup of productions including plays, musicals, and world premiere works featuring various scales and audience engagement approaches. Its founding faculty envisioned cultivating students who blend analytical thinking with professional theater skills. Accordingly, the department nurtures a creative atmosphere focused on deep exploration of design, performance, and academic research. With its unique mix of esteemed permanent faculty, renowned visiting artists, engaged students, and outstanding facilities, the program delivers both artistically vibrant and academically challenging training. Current faculty members are accomplished professionals in their respective fields, ensuring students receive up-to-date, practical knowledge. The Honors in Design/Technology track enables Drama majors to specialize in scenery, costumes, lighting, sound design, or technical production. Participants in this program master fundamental and advanced design methods, collaborate with graduate design students, and may assist faculty designers or lead productions at UCI.