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Year 1 Sample Courses
- Design and Production
- Engaging the Arts through Theatre
- Acting
- Movement for the Actor
- Costume Construction
Theatre: Design Concentration
Bachelor’s
Bring the details together with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a Concentration in Design.
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Off-Campus Internships
100% of theatre majors at NGU complete off-campus internships. Gain hands-on experience and expand your professional network in local theaters and across the country.
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Major Productions
Put your talents on display as you work at least two of four main stage productions each year. Explore your passion as a set designer, prop/wardrobe master, creative artist, and more.
250-Seat
Black Box Theatre
All theatre productions take center stage at NGU’s 250-seat black box Billingsley Theatre. Experience the thrill of engaging your audience in an intimate setting you have to see to believe.
Bring the Details to Life
Create a feeling and first impressions with a Concentration in Design. Work as a set, lighting, or costume designer, or even a makeup artist, bringing visual cues to the performance to bring the story to life in a new way. Develop skills in visual storytelling and production, event planning, and interior design guidelines and rules. If you like to work in more hands-on applications, many performances need roles like carpenters or an electricians to work on the details and the more technical but yet creative aspects of the production.
A wide array of industries rely on design skills, from most notably film and television roles in entertainment to opportunities within industries such as education. Explore your talent and work with other students and professors. Get involved in many local theatre opportunities, including the Warehouse Theatre, Centre Stage, Greenville Theatre, and South Carolina Children’s Theatre. Join our production team at the Billingsley Theatre here at North Greenville University. Begin your career with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a Concentration in Design.
Interested in being part of a ministry group? Learn more about Act II here, our drama ministry troupe that performs on campus and at churches and local community groups. All students may audition to join.
Why Choose?
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Degree Flexibility: Work as designer, director, artist, stage manager, teacher, and more. You can explore diverse and fulfilling careers that allow you to express your creativity and make a meaningful impact.
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Learn from Talented Artists: Learn from professors with lifelong artistic passions and careers. Let your artistic talent guide you as you embark on a journey to pursue a career that aligns with your passions and goals.
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Earn Acting Opportunities and Internships: Get exposure and refine your talents through the annual gathering of the Southeastern Theatre Conference. Get involved in local theatre opportunities at many different theatres in and around Greenville, including the Warehouse Theatre, Centre Stage, Greenville Theatre, and South Carolina Children’s Theatre.
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Create a Professional Portfolio: We’ll help you professionally showcase your talent and work to best highlight your achievements.
Program Overview
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Why NGU?
At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.
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Purpose
Develop skills in theatre performance and learn the more technical aspects of theatre design. Create a professional portfolio and connect with industry peers in the Greenville area.
Attend One of Our Theatre Performances!
The School of Theatre organizes productions created by our faculty and students. Come visit us and see a performance for yourself!
Sample Courses
Share What You Love
Are you interested in teaching? Discover our Theatre Education program, which combines training in the theatre arts with teaching preparation, including field experience. Bring the beauty of the arts to a new generation of students!
