Theatre arts programs at Gettysburg also offer a variety of creative and technical experiences, from 10-Minute Play Festivals to Lunchtime Theatre, to participation in Main Stage Performances. What's more, the study of theatre arts offers excellent preparation for a variety of careers - both within and outside the discipline.

Students who?major?in Theatre Arts will be able to demonstrate

1. ?a thorough understanding of discipline-specific research tools

2. ?a familiarity with the major discourses and practices of the discipline of theatre

3. ?the ability to critically analyze and assess works of theatre: both text and performance

4. ?oral and written skills that illustrate critical thinking within the discipline

5. ?the ability to apply learning from specific studio areas of performing, directing, playwriting, design or production to projects within and beyond the discipline

6. ?skills necessary to prepare them for graduate study in theatre-related programs, as well as for internships, apprenticeships and employment within and beyond the discipline.

7. the synthesis of?their learning through a Senior Capstone Project, uniting oral, written, research and studio skills.