Overview
UTeach Theatre, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Education degree plan, is a nationally recognized, pre-professional program for students interested in teaching theatre at the high school, middle school or elementary school level.
Outstanding faculty offer students a comprehensive curriculum in theatre, drama, technical theatre and educational methods combined with in-depth field and student teaching experiences.
The B.F.A. in Theatre Education degree plan leads to K-12 theatre teacher certification. Students wishing to study theatre who do not plan to seek teaching certification should apply to the B.A. in Theatre and Dance.
There are more than 20 performance opportunities each year for students majoring in theatre. Many productions are student-produced, providing opportunities to develop new skills as directors, writers, production managers, designers and dramaturgs.
First-Year Applicants
1. Submit the ApplyTexas Application or Common App Application
Available: August 1, 2022
Deadline: December 1, 2022
All applicants must submit a freshman university application via ApplyTexas or Common App. This university application will include:
- Application
- Fee
- Essay
- Short answers
- Transcript(s)
- Other required optional materials, if applicable
- Scholarship interest form
For a full list of application requirements, take a look at the Applying for Admission Checklist.
2. Submit Theatre and Dance Application Requirements
Available: August 22, 2022
Deadline: December 9, 2022
B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) applicants are asked to submit a short video as part of their Theatre and Dance application:
- Introduction and Teaching Demo: Please introduce yourself and your hometown, and tell us a fun fact about yourself. Then, teach a brief lesson about something fun and easy. For example, you could teach us how to make a PB&J, or teach about why dogs are better than cats (two to three minutes total).
Applicants may be asked to schedule an interview with our B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) faculty after the application deadline.
PLEASE NOTE: The portal to submit a Theatre and Dance application will be available late August and accessible via the applicant’s MyStatus portal.
Transfer Applicants
For External Transfer Applicants
1. Submit the ApplyTexas Application or Common App Application
Available: August 1, 2022
Deadline: March 1, 2023
The Common App or ApplyTexas fall application is due March 1. Students may submit all additional application materials until Wednesday, March 8 (11:59 p.m. Central). All applicants must submit a freshman university application via ApplyTexas or Common App. This university application will include:
- Application
- Fee
- Essay
- Short answers
- Transcript(s)
- Other required optional materials, if applicable
- Scholarship interest form
For a full list of application requirements, take a look at the Applying for Admission Checklist.
2. Submit Theatre and Dance Application Requirements
Available: August 22, 2022
Deadline: March 8, 2023
B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) applicants are asked to submit a short video as part of their Theatre and Dance application:
- Introduction and Teaching Demo: Please introduce yourself and your hometown, and tell us a fun fact about yourself. Then, teach a brief lesson about something fun and easy. For example, you could teach us how to make a PB&J, or teach about why dogs are better than cats (two to three minutes total).
Applicants may be asked to schedule an interview with our B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) faculty after the application deadline.
PLEASE NOTE: The portal to submit a Theatre and Dance application will be available late August and accessible via the applicant’s MyStatus portal.
For Internal Applicants (Change or Add Major)
1. Complete The University of Texas at Austin Internal Transfer Application
Available: January 1, 2023
Deadline: May 1, 2023
For more information regarding the internal transfer process, please visit the Office of Admissions Internal Transfer website.
An interview with UTeach Theatre (Theatre Education) faculty is required for admission to the UTeach Theatre program. Sign up for an interview time by completing the Internal Transfer Application.
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR FRESHMEN APPLICANTS
ApplyTexas or Common App application for admittance in Fall 2023 opens. | August 1, 2022 |
Department of Theatre and Dance application opens. | August 22, 2022 |
ApplyTexas or Common App application deadline. | December 1, 2022 |
Deadline for students to submit all additional application items, including Theatre and Dance application. | December 9, 2022 |
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR EXTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS
ApplyTexas or Common App application for admittance in Fall 2023 opens. | August 1, 2022 |
Department of Theatre and Dance application for external transfers opens. | August 22, 2022 |
ApplyTexas or Common App application deadline. | March 1, 2023 |
Deadline for students to submit all additional application items, including Theatre and Dance application. | March 8, 2023 |
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS (CHANGE OR ADD MAJOR)
Application for internal transfers (change of major) opens. | January 1, 2023 |
Deadline to submit all application requirements. | May 1, 2023 |
Sample Curriculum
FIRST YEAR | SECOND YEAR | THIRD YEAR | FOURTH YEAR |
---|---|---|---|
Technical Theatre | Theatre History I | Directing I & II | Directing the Young Performer (DYP) |
Acting I |
Costume/Light/Scene Design |
Creative Drama I & II | School Organization & Classroom Management |
Performance as Public Practice | Theatre History II | Young Audiences | Designs for Instruction |
Production Shop | Upper Division Theatre and Dance Course | Individual Differences | Directing Project |
Acting II | Teaching Theatre | Spring Semester: Student Teaching Practicum |
The schedule and availability of Theatre and Dance courses changes each semester. The courses listed above are examples for this focus. Students must also fulfill The University of Texas at Austin’s core curriculum, department core, and elective requirements.
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