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Theatre Major

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Ohio Wesleyan University

Program Overview

Ohio Wesleyan's theatre program offers a wide range of options for beyond-the-classroom learning and opportunities to add minors or a second major in another field so you can create a program that fits your interests and career goals.Students in the Theatre major are expected to be involved in a production each semester. In addition to classes and on-campus programs, majors are encouraged to take advantage of off-campus internships or study experiences during their junior year or first semester of their senior year. The OWU New York Arts Program provides excellent career-oriented experiences for those with acting, directing, design, production, or dance interests. Students focusing on theatre history or theory might consider opportunities in Europe.OWU also offers a pathway to a teaching license in theatre education, which can be completed within four years on campus. To receive the state's Multi-age License in Drama and Theatre, you will major in Theatre and minor in Education. During your senior year you will complete a senior project and a semester of student teaching

Program Key Stats

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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

All senior Theatre and Dance majors must complete a capstone experience for credit(Senior Project) approved by the department. This credit can be earned under THEA 407 - 498 - THEA 497 [Inactive] (Senior Production Projects), THEA 490, THEA 491, THEA 495, DANC 445, or through other internships, student teaching, or off-campus study. Students pursuing any off-campus internships must be approved by the department before applying.

Career Options

  • The commercial producer
  • Theatrical Managers:
  • Theatrical design:

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