Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Acting] From Illinois State University

Graduates from the School of Theatre and Dance receive a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree, and your university diploma will qualify you to pursue a career in Theatre—and many other careers as well.

Why Study Theatre - Acting?

Theatre is performed everywhere – on Broadway in New York City, in shows that travel around the country, in professional regional theaters in large cities, in community theaters in small towns, in school or even in the streets. People who have trained in theatre may also have the opportunity to work in movies and on television. There are additional professional jobs beyond being an actor; usually a theatre or movie production consists of a few actors and many backstage production personnel. A theatre major provides the background for all such jobs.

Opportunities to hone your craft on the stage are numerous, and we pride ourselves on providing training to prepare you for a life in the theatre or wherever your life leads. Join in the excitement of the Acting program in the School of Theatre and Dance, where we play boldly.