Clark Atlanta University

Clark Atlanta University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts through its Department of Theatre & Communication Studies. Housed within the Division of Communication Arts, the program blends liberal arts academics with rigorous theatrical training. Students focus on acting, movement, technical production, directing, and literary studies, while also engaging with courses in theatre history, criticism, and performance philosophy.

Students receive experience in all aspects of theatre-making. The curriculum includes coursework in acting, voice and diction, scene analysis, dramaturgy, lighting and design, costume and makeup, directing, and theatre management. Practicum courses integrate students into departmental productions—from performance roles to technical and administrative support—helping to build versatile and transferable skills.

Practical engagement extends beyond coursework: students are encouraged to attend and critique professional theatre productions, network with local and national theatre organizations, and participate in internships. These experiences enrich academic study and support career development within a collaborative and culturally informed framework.

Student organizations like CAU Players, a mixed-major theatre ensemble, and U.S. regional honor chapter Alpha Psi Omega provide platforms for performance, production, and creative leadership. These groups host annual shows, workshops, and short play festivals that allow students to explore diverse theatrical styles and voice their own artistic identities.

Graduates leave Clark Atlanta University with both theoretical insights and practical credentials, equipped for careers or advanced study in acting, directing, dramaturgy, technical production, or theatre administration. The program’s blend of foundational skills, supportive mentorship, and Atlanta’s dynamic performing arts context cultivates confident, adaptable theatre artists and communicators.