Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts

• Dive into both onstage and backstage roles from day one—no waiting!  
• Gain experience in all facets of production, including costume, set, and lighting design, as well as acting, stage management, and playwriting.  
• Combine studies with an education certification, art, or social work to leverage theatre as a means of making a difference in people's lives.  
• Participate in “24,” Hartwick’s annual 24-hour theatre festival.

Many career paths:

A theatre arts major opens doors to diverse careers within the entertainment industry. Beyond acting, theatre serves as a gateway to related fields, providing numerous pathways to build a fulfilling career in the arts and entertainment sector. Here’s a sample of where Hartwick alumni are applying their theatre arts degree:

• Franklin Stage Company  
• The Farmers Museum  
• Sing-a-Song-of Broadway  
• Leftfield Pictures  
• Kevin Davis Productions  
• Dance Concert Company  
• Otsego Media

What students will learn:

• Explore all aspects of performance, prop making, costume, light and set design, or directing, then choose a focus area.  
• Expand horizons during J Term by studying theatre in England, seeing Broadway shows in New York City, or joining a local theatre company for a community production.  
• Create and produce an original theatrical production to perform during the Student Showcase.  
• Collaborate with peers to start a podcast in the production studio.  
• Showcase writing talent by submitting a play to the regional Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.