The B.F.A. in Theater Performance is a rigorous program fostering creative, cognitive, and artistic skills. It is intended to advance the education and training of motivated, curious, self-reliant, adaptable theater artists.

The B.F.A. in Production Design and Technology allows students to study broadly in all areas of design and production while specializing in design areas: scenery, costumes, lighting, and sound. Technology specializations includes technical direction, costume technology, and props technology (artisanship).

The B.F.A. in Stage Management prepares students for entry into the professional theater as stage managers. Stage Management requires knowledge of all aspects of production, a foundation in theater history and a range of interpersonal skills. The BFA in Stage Management at Ohio University is a combination of academics and practical application, with mentorship alongside theater professionals.

The B.F.A. in Playwriting is an intensive introduction to the art of dramatic writing for the stage. This program focuses on playwriting through the study of dramatic structure, its relationship to literature, and how the spoken word functions on the stage and in performance.

Empowerment through art and the pursuit of originality: our robust graduate degree options help you distill and refine your unique voice, while providing hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and production practices.