The BA degree is a broad overview of theatre studies and requires 47 credit hours of coursework, which includes a core of acting, directing, technical theatre, history and literature. At Chapman, we have two areas of study in the BA program track to allow the student to personalize his or her theatre education.

• The BA Theatre, Technology Area of Study is for students interested in technology and design, and provides specialized training in skills such as drafting, stagecraft, design and advanced technology courses. The Technology emphasis provides skills and hands-on experiences to students that will serve them well in a career behind the scenes in theatre and media, or as preparation for more advanced training in technology and design in graduate programs.
• The BA Theatre, Theatre Studies Area of Study is designed for those students who are not exclusively interested in acting, but wish to explore theatre opportunities in several areas such as producing, stage management, dramaturgy and other theatre topics.