BFA in Musical Theatre in Chicago United States | Western Illinois University

Our faculty and staff consist of professional artists specializing in theatre, dance, and music, including dedicated voice and dance instructors. Through comprehensive coursework and an intensive production program, students develop exceptional artistic abilities and performance techniques. Our pre-professional training cultivates highly skilled, driven professionals equipped with in-demand capabilities. Train and perform alongside top talent in this selective program that requires audition-based admission. Each year, we organize 4-5 summer stock company auditions on campus, creating abundant internship possibilities.

The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre provides concentrations in Performance and Production/Design. This program prepares talented artists for professional careers or advanced studies in Theatre and related arts, with these objectives: (1) nurturing creativity, artistic excellence, and professional standards through a dynamic production program combining theory and practice, (2) enhancing communication, problem-solving, research, and writing abilities, (3) expanding students' understanding of Theatre's literary, historical, and philosophical dimensions through a diverse curriculum, (4) promoting artistic appreciation and understanding, and (5) enriching campus and regional cultural offerings.