Faculty of Arts & Science

Do you like being center stage? Are you forever entertaining your friends and family? Do you enjoy creating fictional scenarios and alternative views of reality?

Act out your passion in Theatre & Dramatic Arts.

Faculty of Arts & ScienceTheatre & Dramatic Arts

The Study of Theatre & Dramatic Arts provides you with a vibrant and varied experience in the world of theatre, combining the excitement of live productions with studies in literature, acting, directing, design and technical production.

As a Drama student, you’ll study theory and criticism, performance and production. You’ll also participate in a series of major theatre productions annually, ensuring you get ample real-life theatre experience. You’ll also delve into theatre history and literature, studying renowned playwrights and their works within the context of time, place and social circumstance.

With both theoretical and practical opportunities, you will learn to be imaginative, flexible, adaptable and creative, grooming you for entrance into the entertainment industry, graduate studies and numerous other professions.

The Play’s the ThingThe department has two performance series: Mainstage and TheatreXtra. With eight productions annually, you’ll have numerous opportunities to put your new knowledge to the test, whether you are performing, building sets and designing costumes, or stage managing. During four years of study, you’ll see and work on a wide range of historical periods, genres and theatrical approaches.

The Centre for the Arts The Centre for the Arts houses three performance spaces: a flexible production studio, the ‘black-box’ David Spinks Theatre and the main University Theatre—complete with a fly gallery. Numerous rehearsal rooms, a well-equipped costume shop and lab, lighting lab, property and scene shops, a recording studio and blue-screen room make our facilities among the finest in the country.

Student Clubs, Activities and the Art CommunityThe Theatre Arts Society organizes student activities including Twoonie Theatre and social events. The Musical Theatre Society is for those interested in singing, acting and dancing, while The Improv Club teaches you to act on your feet. Lethbridge also boasts an active cultural community, with several theatre groups and the professional New West Theatre.

Dramatic Arts ProgramsThe University of Lethbridge offers two routes for those wanting to pursue a degree in Theatre & Dramatic Arts—the BA route through the Faculty of Arts & Science and the BFA route through the Faculty of Fine Arts. Whatever degree you choose, you can rest assured that you will study with accomplished experts across a wide range of theatrical areas, including acting, directing and technical professionals.

There are numerous degrees you can complete in the major through the two faculties: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Arts & Sciences (BASC), Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Management (BA/BMgt), Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (BA/BEd), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (BFA/BEd), Post-Diploma Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) (after a 2 or 3-Year Diploma) or a Post-Diploma Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (BFA/BEd).

To determine which route is best for your particular career goals and interests, please speak to an Academic Advisor.

Theatre & Dramatic Arts CoursesHere’s a sample of courses offered in the program:

What is the Study of Theatre & Dramatic Arts?

“I chose the UofL after a tour of campus. I got to see one of the Main Stage productions in the University Theatre and was astounded by the high quality performance. I knew then that this was the right place for me.

Rachell Thompson

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• Acting • Stagecraft• Theatre for Young Audiences• Speech & Voice• History & Development of Theatre• History of Costume• Playwriting• Acting for the Camera

• Set Design • Design Techniques• Directing• Improvisational Production• Production Techniques• Stage Makeup• Film Studies

Skills AcquiredIn addition to developing exceptional written and oral communication skills in the program, you will also develop your critical and analytical thinking skills, your information acquisition and management skills, as well as your attention to detail. All of these abilities are highly sought after and can be applied to practically any working scenario.

Graduate StudiesYour undergrad degree prepares you for post-graduate studies, whether you choose to pursue your Master’s here at the University of Lethbridge or another institution anywhere in the world.

Professional DisciplinesYour BA or BFA (Dramatic Arts) also provides an excellent foundation for Education, Journalism or Management.

Related FieldsAs a graduate of the program, you could pursue a career in:• Acting• Film• Stage Directing• Artistic Directing• Lighting Design• Set Design

• Costume Design• Playwriting• Script Writing• Makeup Artistry• Technical Directing• Casting

What Are Your Future Prospects?

Our Faculty Members & Their ResearchFaculty members in the Drama Department are happy to involve undergraduatestudents in their creative projects, using our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment—giving you the opportunity to get additional hands-on experience.

Current Research & Areas of Interest:• Creativity and Improvisation• Experimenting in Theatrical Form • Theatre Performance • Directing & Acting• Voice & Diction• Theatre for Young Audiences

• Theatre in Education• Technical Theatre & Design• Movement & Dance • Early Canadian Theatre (Alberta)• Script Writing

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*This brochure should be used in conjunction with the University of Lethbridge calendar, which is the final authority regarding program requirements and academic regulations.

Put Your Knowledge to WorkWhether you’re looking for a more in-depth learning experience by assisting with research projects or by testing your knowledge in a real-life setting, we can help. Combined with your required coursework, the programs outlined below will provide you with a solid foundation for further studies and an excellent framework for a challenging and rewarding career—whatever direction you decide to go.

Research & Independent StudiesIn addition to your regular courses, you have the opportunity to participate in Independent Studies. You’re able to contribute to departmental activities by volunteering on research projects or through employment as a Research Assistant.

If your GPA is high enough, you can also enrol in undergraduate thesis-based courses where research is a component of your studies. There are field school opportunities available in some disciplines, as well as many opportunities to study abroad.

For current Research or Independent Studies opportunities, contact the Department directly.

Applied StudiesApplied Studies is another special opportunity offered to all Arts & Science students as a way to earn course credit for career-related paid, volunteer or Community Service work experience. This program is specially designed to allow you to integrate principles learned in the classroom in a practical work setting.

For more information on Applied Studies, visit:ulethbridge.ca/appliedstudies

Co-operative Education & InternshipsThe Faculty of Arts & Science is proud to offer you the chance to participate in our award-winning Co-op Program—the only one of its kind in Alberta. Co-op allows you to gain work experience directly related to your studies and make invaluable contacts in the workforce, all while earning a competitive salary. Completion of the program allows you to receive a Co-op designation on yourdegree and, most importantly, a kick-start to your career the minute you graduate.

For more information on Co-operative Education & Internships, visit:ulethbridge.ca/coop/artsci

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