Studying Theatre at North Park
North Park University’s Theatre program is developed around a storefront model of creating productions for intimate or unique settings. Our holistic approach to theatre studies gives students the opportunity to learn the full spectrum of practical skills that production members need to be successful, while collaborations with prestigious theatre companies throughout 芝加哥 prepare students for real-world careers in theatre and performance.
The School of Music, Art, and Theatre is guided by the following core values:
发现. We believe the arts require curiosity and exploration.
参与. We believe learning is in the doing.
成长. We believe the arts serve humanity and the well-being of all.
店面剧场模型
With over 200 producing theatre companies, 芝加哥 is world renowned for its contribution to the storefront movement. Those who work in storefront theatres in 芝加哥 recognize that in order to produce successful shows, everyone must perform multiple jobs. For example, someone who designs lights might also write grants. Or someone who acts may also be responsible for set construction. This is called cross training in the business world—in the 芝加哥 theatre scene, 这叫做聪明. Read more in New York Times article, “How 芝加哥 is Changing Theater, One Storefront at a Time.”
剧院小
Complement your degree with a foundation of knowledge and experience in the dramatic arts. You’ll receive hands-on training from professional theatre artists while developing practical skills in acting, 导演, 写作, 和生产.
戏剧奖学金
Promising theatre makers are eligible for a limited number of theatre scholarships, offered in addition to other financial aid and are renewable for up to four years.
实习
Theatre students take the first step into their careers by completing an internship at a professional theatre company. 芝加哥 provides outstanding internship opportunities at theatres such as The Goodman, MPAACT, 见, Lookingglass, 芝加哥莎士比亚, 的伪君子, 的Neo-Futurists, 陡峭的, 匪徒们, 和《澳门网络博彩游戏》.
戏剧作品
North Park’s Theatre program is made up of dedicated students who participate both for credit and for the joy of putting on a show. With faculty guidance, the program stages at least two shows each year.
艺术管理证书
Combine your passion for theatre with nonprofit management skills and prepare for a career in arts management.
我们的校友工作地点
North Park’s theatre alumni are active in both stage and film productions all over the country, including at 芝加哥’s Barrel of Monkeys and Akvavit Theatre, and at Basher Films/Prehistoric Digital in Los Angeles.