Program Contact: Kevin Daly 203-582-3500
The College of Arts & Sciences is no longer accepting students into the theater major. Students who are interested in studying theater should consider the minor which is open to all students.
Students in this program must complete the requirements for the BA in Theater during their first three years at Quinnipiac. Students must complete the requirements for one of the following graduate programs in Communications by the end of their fourth year:
Upon completion of the BA in Theater, students will develop the following competencies:
- Understanding: Develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of theater artists: actor, director, scenic/lighting/costume designer, technical director and playwright.
- Conceptual and Critical Thinking: Develop skills to think conceptually and critically about text, performance and production.
- Self-Appraisal: Develop the skills to self-assess, critique and revise their own work.
- Literacy: Develop a fundamental knowledge of theatrical history as well as dramatic literature.
- Production Skills and Knowledge: Develop the skills and techniques necessary for realizing a variety of theatrical styles.
- Collaboration Skills: Develop skills in collective problem-solving.
See the MA/MS pages (Curriculum tab) for Learning Outcomes
The Accelerated Dual-Degree MA/MS program is designed for outstanding applicants. Students are offered acceptance into the program upon admission to Quinnipiac University.
Admission to the university is competitive, and applicants are expected to present a strong college prep program in high school. Prospective first-year students are strongly encouraged to file an application as early in the senior year as possible, and arrange to have first quarter grades sent from their high school counselor as soon as they are available.
For detailed admission requirements, including required documents, please visit the Admissions page of this catalog.