At CSU, faculty, staff, and professional guest artists – all with extensive experience on stages ranging from Broadway to regional theatres, and worldwide – provide students an experienced lens through which to study every aspect of theatre, including the theory and practice of acting and directing, musical theatre, theatre history and dramaturgy, theatrical design and technical theatre, stage management, storytelling and devising, and playwriting.<br><br>Upon admission to CSU and declaration of the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre major, students choose a concentration (see concentrations below). No matter which concentration is selected, the program provides students with fundamental skills and experiences in theatre within a liberal arts context, preparing students for graduate study in theatre, and/or potential employment opportunities in a variety of fields related to theatre, film, and other creative endeavors.<br><br>Theatre Program Level Learning Objectives:<br>IMAGINATION AND EXPRESSION: Cultivate and articulate a unique vision, focus, and craft as an artist. Sharpen written, verbal, visual/design, embodied and intellectual analysis, storytelling, and expression of creative ideas.<br>CONTEXT AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Understand texts within their contexts, our place in history as contemporary artists, the potential of art for social transformation, and ourselves as global citizens.<br>COLLABORATION AND PROFESSIONALISM: Develop a holistic understanding of the theatre-making process and industry protocols through hands-on practice, telling compelling, relevant stories through the united labor of our distinct areas of expertise. Conduct ourselves professionally in attitude, approach, and vision to prepare for life after CSU.<br>CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING: Solve abstract and material problems, draw on a variety of resources, strategies, and skills, and embrace creative risk-taking.<br>In addition, each theatre concentration has two learning outcomes unique to that subject.