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The course of study in theatre arts and drama is generalist in nature since the discipline itself demands a vast, well-rounded understanding of the history, literature, theory and practical applications of many art forms. The collaborative nature of theatre allows the student critical thinking skills, keen powers of observation and a true liberal arts preparation for advanced and graduate study in all areas of theatre as well as law, communications and ministerial work. The major also stresses overseas study and internships with major theatre groups, including our exclusive arrangement with Playwright's Kitchen Ensemble in Los Angeles and other major movie, television, and theatre produces.

Our mission is to create theatre artists of the highest caliber who are well educated in all areas of theatre arts and drama so that they may excel as learners and leaders in the global arena of the professional arts. Our graduates will also serve the world through teaching, professional work and a lifelong commitment to the arts.

Eureka has great places to play - like our Pritchard Theatre, which is a highly flexible performance venue, adaptable for proscenium, thrust, arena, and environmnetal stagings. Other performance spaces include Becker auditorium, McCallister Hall in the chapel, and the Rinker Outdoor Amphitheater.

There's more - Eureka's Little Red Devils Improv Troupe and our Director's Studio provide wonderful additional opportunities for those interested in theatre. We've also co-hosted the Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival three years in a row!