COURSE CURRICULUM

The Drama program offers a comprehensive, practice-based and theory-informed curriculum that develops students' skills in performance, production, and critical theatre studies while fostering creativity, collaboration, and professional discipline. Students begin with foundational courses in dramatic arts, play analysis, theatre history, acting, voice, and movement, building essential expressive and analytical abilities. Technical theatre and design courses introduce stagecraft, stage management, lighting, scenery, costumes, and visualization, giving hands-on experience in production processes and collaborative theatre-making environments. Advanced study options include directing, devised theatre, playwriting, screen acting, dramaturgy, and performance theory, enabling students to refine artistic voice and interpretive depth. Practicum and internship opportunities connect students with departmental productions and external arts organizations, ensuring real-world application of skills and professional readiness. Across all levels, students participate in performances, rehearsals, workshops, and collaborative projects that integrate creative exploration with technical precision and critical reflection. The program culminates in advanced production experiences and research-creation work, preparing graduates for careers in theatre, media, education, and the broader creative industries. Students also develop communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills through ensemble work, studio practice, and critical discussion of contemporary and historical performance practices alongside theoretical study and applied creative projects within diverse artistic and cultural contexts worldwide industry.