Theatre

Office:  Johnson McFarlane Hall
Mail Code: 1903 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80208
Phone: 303-871-2518
Email: theatre@du.edu
Web Site: https://liberalarts.du.edu/theatre

An artistic home where students expand their perspectives

Students who take classes in the Department of Theatre become part of a close-knit community engaged in every aspect of theatre. DU theatre majors do it all: write, design, build, act, direct, manage and produce. Our hands-on approach gives students a broad perspective—one that will help them develop creative problem-solving skills to take with them into their careers.

Engaged faculty

We credit the success of our program largely to our highly engaged faculty members. When not teaching or in production here on campus, many collaborate with a variety of local, regional and national theatre companies.

A hands-on experience

There are many ways to learn theatre at DU—in class, in rehearsal, on stage and backstage. Our students are the heart of the program, providing the actors, technicians and publicity for each production.

Intensive study

Students begin by developing a solid foundation in all the aspects of theatre and can focus on one area of emphasis in their third or fourth year—anything from performance to design to management to directing.

Program Learning Outcomes

Theatre Major

  • Describe the creative process, analyze a work of drama, and develop a beginning knowledge of theatrical styles and theories.
  • Summarize the history of theatre and identify and/or demonstrate a variety of creative approaches usable in each of the craft areas.
  • Demonstrate the skills needed (including responsibility, independence, and self-expression) to create a collaborative creative work during the creation of a final theatrical performance.
  • Actively participate in at least one internship, study abroad experience, or summer theatre experience.
  • Identify their own strengths, weaknesses, loves, and hates in order to find their own path and pursue it with intelligence and vigor.