Theatre, Performance
The Performance Bachelor of Arts program in Theatre at the University of North Carolina provides students with a comprehensive foundation in acting, stagecraft, and dramatic theory. The curriculum emphasizes performance techniques, script analysis, theatrical production, and collaborative work, preparing learners to develop professional stage presence and interpretive skills. Students develop creative abilities, performance expertise, critical thinking, and applied knowledge in theatre arts, equipping them to pursue careers in acting, directing, and performance production.
Throughout the program, learners engage in coursework, studio practice, and live performances that integrate theoretical concepts with practical stage experience. Faculty mentorship guides students in character development, stage management, and performance analysis, enabling them to apply classroom knowledge to professional theatre, film, and media settings. By combining conceptual study with hands-on practice, students strengthen problem solving abilities, creative competence, performance skills, and applied theatrical expertise, ensuring they are prepared for professional, artistic, and creative roles in the performing arts.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Theatre, Performance
- Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts
- Duration: 4 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 01 February 2026
- Location: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States
- Field of Study: Drama
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Year 1 Foundations in Theatre Performance
• Introduction to Acting and Performance
• Voice and Movement Techniques
• Academic Writing and Research in Drama
• Theatre History and Literature
Year 2 Core Studies in Performance
• Scene Study and Character Development
• Stagecraft and Technical Production
• Dramatic Analysis and Criticism
• Applied Studio Projects
Year 3 Advanced Applications
• Directing and Ensemble Work
• Performance Workshops
• Community Theatre Projects
• Applied Research Project in Performance
Year 4 Integration and Capstone
• Advanced Acting and Stage Techniques
• Seminar in Theatre Performance
• Capstone Production Project
• Professional Portfolio and Career Preparation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for professional roles that require expertise in acting, stagecraft, and performance production. Many pursue careers as actors, directors, theatre educators, and stage managers, applying creative, analytical, and collaborative skills in theatre, film, and media industries. Others work in performing arts companies, cultural institutions, production studios, or as independent artists, creating performances, managing productions, and contributing to the creative industry. The program’s emphasis on applied performance, creative competence, and professional development equips graduates to excel in artistic, educational, and production roles.
Why Choose This Program
This program is ideal for students who want to combine dramatic theory with practical performance skills, stagecraft, and artistic expression. Its curriculum emphasizes acting techniques, ensemble work, technical production, and applied performance projects, providing learners with the tools to succeed in professional theatre and creative industries. Faculty mentorship supports students in developing performance expertise, creative abilities, critical thinking, and applied problem-solving skills. Through studio practice, live performances, and capstone projects, learners strengthen applied theatrical expertise, creative competence, performance skills, and professional readiness, preparing them for impactful careers in theatre, film, education, and the performing arts.
Contact Information
Phone: +1 (919) 966-3621
Email: unchelp@admissions.unc.edu
Address: Jackson Hall, 174 Country Club Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
