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Theatre Design, Technology and Production – B.F.A.

The Theatre Design, Technology and Production program from Kent State University fosters the artistic development of theatre designers, technicians and artisans.

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Duration

4 years

Starting Date

January, August

Tuition Fee

$ 21,578 per year

Location

Kent, United States

About the program

Students study both traditional theatre practices and new methods, materials and technologies. Students must demonstrate continued progress through annual portfolio reviews, course work and production responsibilities. In addition, students are expected to complete a significant production assignment each semester.

Students will be able to apply design and technology concepts for the school’s theatrical and dance productions. Kent State’s Center for the Performing Arts houses three theatres, performance and rehearsal space, a scene shop, a costume shop and laboratories for costumes, drafting, lighting and scenery. In addition, the School of Theatre and Dance oversees the outdoor venue Porthouse Theatre.

The Theatre Design, Technology and Production program from Kent State University prepares students for M.F.A. degree study, as well as such occupations as scenic designer, costume designer, lighting designer, sound/projection designer, prop master, scenic artist, stage manager, production manager, wardrobe supervisor, technical director and stage technicians.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Demonstrate ability to conceptualize and realize a design aesthetic consistent with the overall artistic concepts of production.
Demonstrate ability to understand and articulate basic elements and principles of design theory.
Demonstrate ability to understand and articulate basic elements and principles of composition related to line, shape, color, texture and sound.
Demonstrate an understanding of the aesthetic use of color.
Demonstrate understanding of aesthetic use of sound.
Demonstrate ability to communicate design ideas and realities to other personnel involved in the production, including directors, other designers, stage managers and actors.
Demonstrate ability to produce and communicate design ideas with freehand drawings.
Demonstrate ability to provide formalized, accurate production models and drawings by hand and/or through the use of current industry standard software programs.