Bachelor of Arts in Theatre

One of the greatest strengths of this program is the emphasis on teamwork and collaboration. In a highly competitive and often cut-throat field, it’s refreshing to view your classmates not as competition, but rather as partners. I also loved my professors who went above and beyond to make sure I left the program in the best possible position. Not only did they encourage me in my coursework, but they would even sacrifice their own time to look over and critique my personal projects. This has helped me gain confidence and hone my skills in the areas I was most passionate about. While the program may be small, I truly believe it has the potential to become an unparalleled place to study the art of theatre through a Christian worldview. There is a desperate need for a program like this one that not only takes the implementation of faith into the arts seriously, but also respects the arts as more than just 'entertainment.'

My time at Cedarville was instrumental in any and all success I’ve since had. I’m currently working as a professional theatre actor/artist in Chicago, Illinois. Over the course of the years since graduating, I’ve utilized nearly every area of training that the Cedarville Theatre program provided me, even more so than the MA I received after Cedarville. That graduate program was helpful, but it didn’t provide the hands-on, real-life experience that Cedarville provided. It is not an exaggeration to say I would’ve gotten nowhere in this field without Cedarville’s training. Whether it be directing, acting, stage managing, lighting, ushering, playwriting, prop work, and numerous situations for which I recalled past problem-solving, I can thank Cedarville for nearly everything about my success.

The variety of roles and jobs within the major allowed me to receive a well-rounded education and hands-on experience in my chosen career field. Since graduating, I have had weekly Gospel conversations with people who are searching for beauty in this world full of chaos and confusion. I am more thankful for the education experience in Cedarville’s theatre program everyday as I recall quotes from professors, materials from my classes, and truths from conversations. Above all, the program honors God as the greatest Creator. The professors are lovely people who care for you both as an artist and a Christian. I was accepted into multiple BFA programs, but in the end I went with the one in the cornfields because of the people. The smaller environment ensured that I had ample opportunities to learn and gain experience in almost every area of production and received a personalized education experience.