BFA in Theatre: Acting for Stage and Screen
Western Carolina University — Cullowhee, NC
About this program
Western Carolina University's BFA in Theatre: Acting for Stage and Screen is a competitive, audition-based program designed for students passionate about acting in both theatrical and film contexts. The program embraces a crossover training approach that reflects the realities of contemporary performance careers, where actors must excel in both stage and on-camera work. Students progress through a comprehensive curriculum that includes four primary acting courses for the stage, four acting courses for camera, and complementary training in movement, voice, script analysis, and theatrical history. The program utilizes classic and contemporary theories and styles, moving students from foundational to advanced coursework while consistently integrating practical experience through roles in both theatrical productions and film projects. As part of WCU's School of Stage and Screen, the program benefits from state-of-the-art facilities including a 1,000-seat theatre, film and TV soundstage, recording studios, and computer labs, all designed to support hands-on learning and professional development.
Audition & application overview
- Requires a prescreen video
- Requires a live or recorded audition
- Requires a monologue
- Requires a dance audition
- Requires an essay
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