Theatre Studies Concentrations and Minor
At UMass Lowell, you can concentrate in Theatre Studies as part of the English or Bachelor of Liberal Arts majors, or choose the Theatre Studies minor.
Combine training in theatre within a well-rounded liberal arts education to prepare for graduate study and careers in professional theatre, entertainment, and other fields.
In the English: Theatre Studies Concentration, you'll take courses in the history and literature of theatre as well as theatrical practice—acting, design, directing, stage management, production, and dramaturgy. You can concentrate your upper-level coursework within a particular area of interest—for example, performance, dramaturgy, or design/tech.
In the Bachelor of Liberal Arts: Theatre Studies Concentration, you will design a personalized program of study in two disciplines—Theatre Studies and another of your choosing from over 25 concentrations. By taking at least six courses in each concentration area, you will build a solid foundation in the dramatic arts within a broad-based liberal arts degree.
Enhance any major with the Theatre Studies minor. You'll take courses in three categories:
- Production Experience
- Theatre Workshops
- Dramatic Text / Theatre History
Why study theatre studies at UMass Lowell?
Internships
Apply for one of several full-year, paid Production Internships on campus as part of the Theatre Studies Program's annual Production Team.
Campus Productions
The Theatre Studies Program stages two full-scale productions each year, along with dramatic readings and other performances in the Comley-Lane Theatre on South Campus. Audition for a part or join the production crews.
Hear From Our Students
Fahad Alden '25
Digital Media and English (Theatre Arts concentration)
Fahad Alden says college is about finding where your passions and skills align.
I’m just so excited to see what next year brings.”
Sammy Santana '24
Liberal Arts
With an unbridled passion for learning, Sammy Santana is pursuing his numerous interests through the BLA program.
The best thing I've experienced at UMass Lowell is finding myself through ... every class I've taken.
Dan Murphy '12
Mechanical Engineering
Dan Murphy uses his mechanical engineering skills to design sets for Broadway performances.
I'm responsible for taking the drawings, making sure structurally that everything is sound.
Jake Abramowitz 2023
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Jake Abramowitz won a statewide pitch contest for his short film.
I was super-excited.
Malcolm Schrafft '22
Music and Theatre Arts
Honors student Malcolm Schrafft studied his twin passions: music and theater.
I had all that energy to be so engaged in everything.
Career Options
Training in theatre produces well-rounded students with strong analytical and communication skills who work well as a team and under pressure — abilities that many employers in business and industry value.
UMass Lowell theatre students are prepared for graduate study as well as for careers including:
- Acting
- Advertising
- Film work
- Playwriting
- Theatre education
- Theatrical design
- Theatrical production on Broadway and for television