Theatre

The theatre major at Southern Virginia University provides students with experience in all aspects of theatre, including acting, directing, playwriting, design, costumes, and technical theatre. With acting opportunities—particularly those in digital media and teaching—growing at a rapid rate, the theatre major enhances students’ creative abilities in performing, writing, and design, and those involved both on and off stage develop their management and leadership skills, learn how to speak with power, and work with a wide range of people.

Learning in small class sizes, professors in the theatre program tailor their feedback to provide individualized learning opportunities and a rigorous education in both the craft and art of the profession to both for serious practitioners and anyone passionate about being involved. Our professors are not only accomplished scholars, but also passionate artists, creating a learning environment that not only challenges you, but also supports your faith, which is becoming increasingly rare in the entertainment industry.

Career Opportunities

There is a wide array of potential careers with a theatre degree, including jobs in acting, writing, education, law, and more depending on your personal and professional goals. Learn where a career in theatre can take you.

• Theatre Teacher
• Stage Manager
• Technical Director
• Playwright
• Actor
• Choreographer
• Lawyer