Bachelor of Arts in Theater

Franklin and Marshall College Pennsylvania, USA / PO Box 3003 717-291-4017, carol.davis@fandm.edu http://tdf.fandm.edu/academics-theater.php The Admission’s Committee at Franklin and Marshall evaluates student’s high school academic records, to weigh in the type and quality of classes taken, high school ranking, and the quality of the high school; an official recommendation of the student’s guidance counselor, headmaster, principal, or college adviser, and a recommendation letter or letters form teachers; SAT I or ACT scores; extra-curricular and leadership activities. Students who do not believe in standardized tests or do not think they reflect their performance are to send to graded social science papers in order for the admission’s committee to evaluate. The BA in Theater offers students an opportunity to study all aspects of dramatic art, developing a sense of understanding of dramatic works of art, immersed in a liberal arts education. The curriculum covers the history, practice, performance, playwriting, design, drama studies, and directing in our contemporary world as well as in the past. Students are required to take courses in World Theater, Stagecraft, Acting Workshop, Theatrical Media, Performance Seminar, Design, Senior Seminar, and other electives. Students pick their concentration among these: performance, design, theater studies, or film. Student gain valuable experience by participating in plays in the college and putting what they have learned into practice. Students are encouraged to study abroad, to complete their theater education. Bachelor's Degree