Theatre PerformanceBachelor of Arts

Why study Theatre Performance at Gustavus?

Gustavus has a strong history of producing alumni who go on to careers as everything from award-winning actors to CEO of Fortune 500 companies. As a Theatre Performance major or minor, you will take courses that provide unique opportunities to perform, devise, and design unique theatrical experiences with your peers and expert faculty. You will also dive into the rich history, literature, and theory of theatrical performances around the world.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Theatre and Dance will be on your class schedule.

  • T/D-256Improvisation and Activism
  • T/D-130Foundations in Western Theatre
  • T/D-390Advanced Studies in Performance: Reflection, Documentation, and Presentation
  • T/D-136Creating Theatre for Social Justice

What can I do with a degree in Theatre Performance?

The Theatre Performance major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Performance
  • Directing
  • Scenic Creation
  • Costuming
  • Writing
  • Arts Administration
$43,084
Average salary 5 years post graduation — Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members
15  pre-professional programs in a wide variety of disciplines

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