Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts

Trevecca’s Bachelor of Arts in dramatic arts is designed to prepare you for a competitive career in professional theatre or theatre education, or for graduate studies in theatre. You can tailor your degree to your passions and goals by specializing in specific aspects of theatre like acting, directing, design, playwriting, or stage management.

Program Benefits

• Participate in four or five campus productions each year.
• Take advantage of incredible internships and jobs available in the exciting Nashville market.
• Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
• Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.

What to Expect

As a student in Trevecca’s dramatic arts program, you’ll not only build a solid foundation in the dramatic arts, but you’ll have the chance to tailor your education to meet your passions and goals by specializing in one or more of the following aspects of theatre: acting, directing, design (set, costumes, lighting), playwriting or stage management.

This program is incredibly hands-on. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in four or five on-campus theatre productions each year. You’ll also participate in an internship that provides professional experience and valuable networking relationships with potential employers. Past students have completed local internships with the Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Children's Theatre, Nashville Shakespeare Festival, Nashville Ballet, Nashville Opera, and Studio Tenn, and others have done internships in New York, L.A., and overseas.

Dramatic arts faculty and coursework will encourage and equip you to be creative in your artistic pursuits. As a senior theatre student, you will create and present an original project in your specialized focus area. The project presentation is open to the general public and, in combination with your foundational coursework, gives you a professional capstone experience that prepares you for graduate studies and/or employment after graduation.

Why Choose Trevecca?

Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.

Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.

As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your dramatic arts degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.

With accreditation and esteemed faculty, Trevecca has helped develop the minds of students from all over the world for more than 120 years. Located in the heart of Nashville, Trevecca's faculty and staff are focused on preparing students for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1901, Trevecca is committed to holistic education, encouraging students to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

Trevecca offers classes at the main campus as well as two satellite campuses in Middle Tennessee and online classes worldwide. With students from 47 states and 39 countries, Trevecca offers 20 associate degrees, 81 undergraduate majors, 25 master’s programs, and three doctoral programs as well as specialist and certificate programs.

Academics

Earn a highly esteemed degree in a Christ-centered community that's committed to your success. At Trevecca, you’ll reach your education goals while also deepening your faith and worldview. Our body of multi-denominational, unapologetically Christian faculty and staff allows students to understand others' perspectives while also growing themselves.

• Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
• 19:1 student-teacher ratio
• 94% of faculty with the highest degrees in their field

Community

We believe that faith should be at the center of all things. That’s why, as a university, we come together multiple times a week to worship, learn, praise, and grow in the chapel. This time allows our students, staff, and faculty to come together in fellowship to deepen their relationship with Christ and each other.

• 9 campus ministries
• 47 chapel opportunities per semester
• Annual international mission trips

Mission

Trevecca Nazarene University is a Christian community providing education for leadership and service.

Our Campus

Our main campus is home to more than 1,000 students and has plenty to offer. From coffee shops and eateries to rec facilities and Benson Auditorium, there are places to hang out, get active, grab a bite, or watch a show. There’s always something happening right in our backyard.

Our City

You’ll find Trevecca in the heart of Nashville, just a mile from the vibrant downtown district, and students are surrounded by rich history and opportunities to learn, grow and serve. Off-campus volunteer opportunities allow students to see the city from different perspectives and help shine God’s light in different areas. Exploring the exciting urban surroundings, from Music Row to waterfall hiking to Opry Mills, you’re sure to find places where you love to spend time.