Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts program at LMU approaches the study of theatre with the view that it is a laboratory for the study of life, allowing us to explore the human experience through performance. With comprehensive coursework and training in acting, directing, design, theatre technology, playwriting, history and criticism, our intimate classes allow for close working relationships with the faculty. We train students for a variety of careers in film, television and theatre, while encouraging them to develop practical communication and leadership skills for application in a humanistic context.
Offering an accredited bachelor’s degree with a variety of emphases including performance, directing, design, playwriting, and history
We welcome students from a diversity of theatre backgrounds and training
Students have access to premier facilities to support our classes, rehearsals, performances, and recreation time
Our graduates go on to a variety of successful careers in theatre and beyond
Upcoming Events
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Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0800The Good Body (Staged Reading) December 8 and 9 – 8pm, Barnelle Theatre Written by Eve Ensler Director: Anna Winget With The Good Body, Eve Ensler, author of The Vagina...
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Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:00:00 -0800Exit the King Feb. 9-11 and 15-18, 8pm, Barnelle Theatre Written by Eugene Ionesco Translated by Donald Watson Director: Nenad Pervan A fading ruler at the helm of a world in...
Our students are involved in every aspect of our performances, with opportunities to act, direct, write, design, manage, and construct for each of our productions.
The department is collectively engaged in centering Anti-Racist and DEI practices and pedagogy, and is fully committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the selection of plays, playwrights, experiences, stories, roles, and courses.
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