About the Program

Cal Poly Pomona's Department of Theatre and New Dance awards undergraduate degrees in theatre, emphasizing theatrical production and the "doing" of theatre. At the same time, the Department offers courses in all aspects of theatre, both artistic and academic. After completing the theatre major at Cal Poly Pomona, students are prepared to begin their careers or specialized training in professional theatre, television or film; to go for advanced training in graduate schools; or to go into teaching in high schools. We are proud to boast alumni in numerous professional positions throughout the entertainment industry.

Programs

Theatre, B.A. - Dance Theatre

The Cal Poly Pomona Department of Theatre and New Dance awards a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre which emphasizes process and the practical experience of producing theatre. The Department follows the University’s “learn by doing” philosophy by offering practice on mainstage and studio theater productions, various workshops, and courses in all aspects of the theatre both artistic and academic. The program stresses concern for students as artists and individuals. Faculty and staff work closely with students to build a solid foundation of knowledge of both the practical and artistic aspects of theatre and dance. The dance theatre option is for students interested in a general background in theatre with a specific performance interest in dance theatre.

Theatre, B.A. - Theatre in Education and Community Engagement

The Cal Poly Pomona Department of Theatre and New Dance awards a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre which emphasizes process and the practical experience of producing theatre. The Department follows the University’s “learn by doing” philosophy by offering practice on mainstage and studio theater productions, various workshops, and courses in all aspects of the theatre both artistic and academic. The program stresses concern for students as artists and individuals. Faculty and staff work closely with students to build a solid foundation of knowledge of both the practical and artistic aspects of theatre and dance. The option for theatre in education and community engagement is available to students interested in teaching theatre in secondary schools and working with community-based theatre organizations.

Theatre, B.A. - Design and Technical Production

The Cal Poly Pomona Department of Theatre and New Dance awards a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre which emphasizes process and the practical experience of producing theatre. The Department follows the University’s “learn by doing” philosophy by offering practice on mainstage and studio theater productions, various workshops, and courses in all aspects of the theatre both artistic and academic. The program stresses concern for students as artists and individuals. Faculty and staff work closely with students to build a solid foundation of knowledge of both the practical and artistic aspects of theatre and dance. The design and technical production option is for students with an interest in the theatrical design areas of scenery, lighting, costumes, projection, makeup or sound; and in the production areas such as scenic or costume construction, stage and production management, or technical direction.

Theatre, B.A. - General Theatre

Theatre Minor

The Theatre minor is designed to acquaint a person interested in pursuing theatre on a limited scale with the basic tools for mounting a production. It also accommodates those who wish to begin a specialization in the acting-directing or the design emphasis. Special advisement for students who are interested in theatre may be obtained from the department chair. Detailed information is available from the departmental office.