University of Nevada, Las Vegas
About
The Department of Theatre in the College of Fine Arts offers programs in performance, production and technology taught by experienced faculty, while taking advantage of the entertainment richness of Las Vegas.
We offer a diverse curriculum that prepares theatre students to become leaders and innovators in theatre, film, and entertainment industries.
Whether it's in the classroom, on the stage, or behind the camera, the department of theatre fosters creative development and growth preparing students for the theatre of the 21st century.
UNLV Department of Theatre is dedicated to presenting students with the opportunity to learn from dedicated expert faculty in the areas of theatre and film/television performance. We provide in-depth programs and hands-on training that provides a strong foundation and a comprehensive knowledge of theatre studies, performance in stage and screen, design, technology and stage management.
UNLV Theatre faculty are a diverse group of scholars and professionals who hold national and international theatre, film and television credentials. Our faculty guide students in classroom and studio settings to provide fundamental and advanced training for undergraduates who wish to major or minor in theatre and graduate students who wish to follow specializations in the field.
UNLV Theatre commits to raising the level of production experiences for students interested in the performing arts by developing interdisciplinary opportunities across the College of Fine Arts. Learning at UNLV Theatre means students can enhance their theatre education through courses in Art, Dance, Music, or Entertainment Engineering and Design.
UNLV Theatre's production wing, the Nevada Conservatory Theatre, provides professional training for students and an opportunity to work with professional artists engaged to direct, perform, or design alongside UNLV Theatre students. It serves as a training laboratory providing a holistic experience in theatre performance, dramaturgy, design, technology, and stage management.
Degrees & Programs
Degrees
MFA, BA, Minor
Majors / Emphases
Acting, Design and Technical, Drama & Theatre, Stage Management
Audition requirements
Graduate Admission Requirements:
In addition to the general requirements for admission to the Graduate College, applicants must submit to the Department of Theatre:
- An official transcript from all postsecondary institutions attended, showing an undergraduate degree in theatre and the date awarded. (An acceptable alternative undergraduate major coupled with satisfactory practical experience in theatre may be deemed equivalent to an undergraduate major in theatre.) M.F.A. candidates deemed to have deficiencies in their training may be required to take specific remedial course work. Students with deficiencies in theatre history will be required to take THTR 681 and THTR 682 (Theater History I and II). Remedial course work may not be counted toward the degree requirements.
- A written statement (500 words or less) of the applicant’s purpose in pursuing graduate study.
- Two letters of recommendation sent by former instructors, employers, or other professionals who can evaluate the applicant’s potential to complete graduate study.
Contact Information
- Website URL
- Programs Website
- Phone
- 1-702-895-3666
- theatre@unlv.edu
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