Career Opportunities
Persons who graduate with a degree in theatre are found in just about all walks of life. Most people might assume that the theatre profession is limited to actors who specialize in performing on stage, on television, or in films.
The truth is, there are many, many professional positions which involve theatre expertise including designers, stage managers, technicians, audience education specialists, electricians, box office managers, marketing and development personnel, and arts administrators. As well, these positions are not just found in regional, summer stock, and other theatre venues, people with expertise in theatre are sought after in theme parks, museums, schools and educational institutions, digital media companies, and throughout the entertainment industry.
Students in theatre learn to meet deadlines, to work with diverse groups of people toward a common goal, to analyze situations, to identify alternatives and then make the best choices, to accept responsibility for decisions, to communicate facts and feelings effectively, to understand others, and to think on their feet.
Competition is intense for most theatre positions, but those who are willing to work hard, develop skills, and stay open to creative possibilities can find meaningful employment in the theatre or the broader cultural sector. Graduate programs in theatre offering the Master of Fine Arts degree and the PhD degree are open to those with a theatre undergraduate major to further their education and to become more specialized in the field. Many colleges and universities seek out theatre majors as ideal graduate students due to their unique exposure to such a varied discipline.
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