Bachelor Programs in Theatre and Dance
Where Creativity Takes Center Stage
Dynamic Theatre and Dance programs that develop artistry, performance skills, and professional confidence.
At Campbellsville University, our Theatre and Dance programs offer students a vibrant environment to develop creative expression, performance expertise, and professional artistry. Whether you’re pursuing Musical Theatre, Technical Theatre, Theatre Performance, or a Dance Minor, our curriculum blends hands-on training with artistic exploration. Students gain practical experience on stage and behind the scenes, building confidence, collaboration skills, and a deep understanding of the performing arts that prepares them for a variety of creative careers.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive Artistic Training: Engage in performance, movement, voice, and acting techniques grounded in both theory and practice.
- Technical and Design Experience: Learn technical theatre skills, including lighting, set design, costumes, and stagecraft, that support productions from concept to performance.
- Musical Theatre Focus: For B.F.A. Musical Theatre students, gain specialized training in singing, acting, and dance while preparing for roles in musical theatre productions.
- Collaborative Productions: Take part in live productions that bring classroom learning to life and provide real-world stage experience.
- Cross-Disciplinary Creativity: Work across disciplines—acting, dance, music, design, and collaborate with peers to strengthen artistic versatility and creative problem‑solving.
The Dance Minor at Campbellsville University helps students build technical skills and artistic expression through various dance styles and performance techniques. Rooted in a supportive, faith-based environment, this minor enhances creativity, confidence, and physical awareness, complementing careers or studies in the arts, education, and beyond.
Minor Offered At: Campbellsville
The Musical Theatre B.F.A. at Campbellsville University provides rigorous training in acting, singing, and dance to prepare students for professional performing arts careers. Students develop stage presence, vocal skills, and performance techniques through hands-on experience in university productions, all grounded in a Christ-centered approach that fosters artistic excellence and purposeful storytelling.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Technical Theatre B.A. or B.S. program at Campbellsville University offers practical, hands-on training in scenic design, lighting, sound, costuming, and stage management. Students gain real-world experience by participating in productions and backstage operations, preparing them for careers in theatre production, events, film, and entertainment technology while blending technical skill with creative vision.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Theatre Minor at Campbellsville University allows students of any major to explore performance, production, and dramatic literature. This program builds creativity, collaboration, and communication skills, complementing careers in education, media, ministry, and business. Students also gain hands-on experience through live productions, learning the craft of storytelling in a practical, engaging setting.
Minor Offered At: Campbellsville
The Theatre Performance, B.A. or B.S. program prepares students with the skills, confidence, and discipline needed for the stage and beyond. Through courses in acting, directing, script analysis, and theatre history, students develop a solid foundation in performance. With opportunities to participate in campus and community productions, graduates are ready to pursue careers in theatre, film, and other creative industries with artistry and integrity.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
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