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Course Details

Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Performance

Course Description

What major gives a student the opportunity to learn by doing? The new Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre and Performance at Seton Hall University is co-curricular and experiential. Students learn the craft and discipline of theatre by studying its rich, cultural history; performing in plays; and working on theatre productions. It is a community activity in the liberal arts tradition that requires leadership skills and teaches responsibility. Students learn life skills that go far beyond the parameters of subjective knowledge. They learn how to be self-confident, manage time, find creative solutions, think on their feet, and communicate ideas clearly. Small class sizes and experienced faculty create the best educational environment. Several partial scholarships are available, including the Brownson Speech and Debate Team scholarship, the Lushkis scholarship and the Oppenheimer scholarship.

Course Duration

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3year

Career outcomes

Many internship and cooperative learning opportunities are available to Theatre and Performance students in their junior or senior years, including with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Paper Mill Playhouse, South Orange Performing Arts Center, Algonquin Arts, Arts Power National Touring Theater, The Community Theatre, George Street Playhouse, McCarter Theatre Center for the Performing Arts, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey and the Shawnee Playhouse. Internships at many New York media companies offer real-world experiences and career opportunities. In order to participate in an internship for course credit, students must successfully complete the required courses and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. A bachelor’s degree in theatre and performance is an excellent foundation for graduate school. Opportunities for continued studies include the Master of Arts Corporate and Public Communication at Seton Hall. Other options include graduate study in media and communication, museum professions, law, education and business and the Master of Fine Arts.




Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Performance Hall University