Theatre
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What is Theatre?
Theatre is a living art and its' storytelling at its most magical. Theatre is reality. Theatre is fantasy. Theatre is the expression of the human condition in its various forms throughout history. Theatre is experimentation. Theatre is problem-solving, and Theatre is fun. Theatrical presentations are events involving a collaborative process between playwrights, actors, directors, scenic designers, costume designers, lighting designers, sound designers, technicians, dramaturgs, historians and audiences. The theatrical event can be entertaining, evocative, provocative and/or educational. But whatever its form or substance, theatre is always a living, dynamic collaboration between artists and audiences.
Career Information -
Possible Job Titles -
Art Education
Drama Coach
Private Dance Teacher
Theater Arts Professor
Arts Journalism
Critic- Broadcasting
Critic- Print Media
Behind the Scenes
Lighting Person
Makeup Artist
Production Hairstylist
Sound Person
Wardrobe Dresser
Performing Artists
Actor/Actress
Background Singer
Ballet Dancer
Choreographer
Chorus Singer
Comedian
Conductor-Symphony Orchestra
Dancer
Opera Singer
Section Member
Show Musician
Studio Musician
Other:
Script Coach
Student Affairs Specialist
Theater Manager
Script Manager
Stunt Coordinator
Ticket Sales Coordinator
Special Events Coordinator
Stunt-person
Production, Directing, and Design
Casting Director
Director- Theatrical Production
Producer- Theatrical Production
Production Assistant
Scenic Designer
Stage Manager
Theatrical Administration
Box Office Theater
Company Manager
Theatrical Press Agent
Theatrical Press Agent Apprentice
Writing and Composing for the Creative Arts
Composer-Musical Theatre /Opera
Librettist
Orchestrator
Playwright
Songwriter
Other:
Tour Guide
Stage Manager
Talent Manager
Tourism Director
Stand-In
Talent Scout
Training & Development Dir.
Video Store Manager
Draftsman
Set Designer
*Denotes need for additional education.
Typical Places of Employment -
Broadway Theaters
Community Theaters
Design Studios
Dinner Theaters
Musical Theaters
Colleges/Universities
Opera Companies
Orchestras
Recording Studios
Showcase Comedy Clubs
Television, Motion Pictures
Required Skills and Abilities -
Editing
Creating artwork
Decoration, designing
Teaching, Explaining
Helping
Selecting and training
Solving problems, leading discussions
Researching
Interpersonal skills
Appreciation of aesthetics
Interpretive skills
Good work ethic
Adaptability
Presentation, public speaking skills
Publishing
Managing
Scheduling
Communicating
Working independently
Enlightening, guiding
Informing, organizing
Illustrating
Planning
Imagination & creativity
Strong communication skills
Flexibility
Basic reading, writing and editing skills
Attention to detail
Alumni Resources -
(Listed below are examples of SU Alumni and their Jobs in this major-For more alumni resources, go to Mentor Network )
ALUMNI NAME
GRADUATION DATE
CURRENT JOB
ORGANIZATION
Katie Keddell
05/2006
Administrative Assistant
Jewish Community Center
Jessica Vitrano
05/2005
Theatre Director, English Teacher, Lacrosse Coach
Seton Keough High School
Related Links: Further Explore this Career Field -
Professional Associations:
American Association of Community Theatre
Episcopal Actors' Guild
Institute of Outdoor Drama
International Playback Theatre Network
League of American Theatres and Producers
Other Career-Relevant Links:
Careers in Acting
Careers in the Theater
Careers in Dance
Careers Behind the Stage
Places/Resources to begin your Career