Theatre, B.A.
College of Arts and Sciences
Bring inspiring stories to life on stage and chart your own course with a concentration in performance or design/technology. At USC, you can use your creative and technical talents working alongside our renowned faculty.
Enjoy learning opportunities in performance, design, directing and more, all supporting your individual growth as an artist and preparing you for creative success. You'll thrive in our artistic community dedicated to continued excellence and learn real-world career strategies from guest artists and master classes.
Program Highlights
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A Top Choice
Explore your individual interests in theatre within the vast resources of a large research university.
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Individual Attention
Take advantage of a low faculty-to-student ratio to get personalized attention in classes and in practice.
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Accredited Program
Study in an outstanding program accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
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Special Guests
Learn about today's theatre industry, and network with professionals already working in the field.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Leadership
Inspiring and guiding others to achieve common goals and reach their full potential
Performance
Presenting oneself creatively through a specific medium to an audience
Entrepreneurship
Identifying opportunities and creating and launching new ventures
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Cultural Awareness
Learning about and respecting diverse cultures and beliefs
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Problem Solving
Identifying, analyzing and resolving problems or challenges using creative and effective strategies
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Performer
- Designer
- Producer
- Advertising
- Arts Manager
- Broadcaster
Workplace Settings
- Entertainment
- Public Relations
- Education
- Marketing