Your ability to lose yourself in a story helps transport others to worlds unknown. Whether your interest is in live performance or film, come hone your skills to better express and convey the emotions that bring a story to life.
The BA program in theatre with a concentration in acting provides students with a hands-on education that emphasizes performance in both live theatre and recorded media. Within the context of a comprehensive liberal arts education, the program prepares students for both advanced graduate study in the field and entry-level careers in acting and performance. The program offers specialty coursework in the following areas:
- film
- movement
- new work development
- performance styles
- theatre for youth
- voice and speech
At A Glance
Theatre (Acting), BA
- Offered by: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Tempe
- Math Intensity: General
Required Courses
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Application requirements
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Admission requirements
Students interested in the BA in theatre with a concentration in acting are admitted directly into the major by indicating their degree preference on their ASU admission application.
Career outlook
Example careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
| Career | *growth | *median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Actors | 3.1% | * |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | 5.6% | $69,690 |
| Talent Directors | 10% | $76,400 |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | 3.7% | $97,500 |
| Producers and Directors | 10% | $76,400 |
| Fundraisers | 14.3% | $59,610 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 3.8% | $62,870 |
| Public Relations Specialists | 7.2% | $62,810 |
| Recreation Workers | 10% | $28,440 |
| Recreational Therapists | 8.3% | $47,710 |
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
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