The Department of Theatre and Dance offers a robust liberal arts degree program, leading to the BA in Theatre. The department also offers a minor in Theatre. Information about all our program tracks can be found on the University Catalog Website.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre at Cal State LA choose their degree track by declaring either the Performance Option or the Design & Production Option.
Students in both options take a core of required theatre courses totaling 29 units. This core coursework consists of Acting I, Theatre Analysis, a lower division Dance course, two tech courses with requisite labs, studies in theatre history/research/writing, Principles of Directing, and Praxis.
The purpose of this core coursework is to develop well-rounded artists who possess a breadth and depth of knowledge which will serve whatever professional or personal artistic goals they seek.
BA in Theatre, Performance Option
Do you have a passion for being onstage? Want to further develop your actor's toolkit? Our Performance Option may be the degree track for you. Learn more about the program requirements and coursework.
BA in Theatre, Design & Production Option
Does backstage work or design excite you? Would you rather be in the Costume or Scene shop than anyplace else? Do you want to climb ladders or call shows? If so, then our Design & Production Option is for you. Learn more about the program requirements and coursework.
The Minor in Theatre
Our theatre minor is a good fit for those who love theatre and want to study it but are pursuing their degree work in a different field. Learn more about our 24 unit theatre minor here.