theatretechie

So I have originally applied to DePaul for the BFA in Theatre Technology, but am thinking about seeing if I can change and apply for the BFA in Theatre Arts upon recently discovering I would prefer to learn about all aspects of theatre including directing, writing, etc. instead of just tech. The application requirements are the same besides the fact that I would have to send a writing sample, which I guess I could do before the 15th deadline.

However, I have very little experience in theatre outside of tech, so would it be harder for me to get into the Theatre Arts program as opposed to the Theatre Technology one? Should I just stick with what I applied for, and if I get accepted and attend, try to switch majors the following year?

theater mom

It is actually easier to get into the Theatre Arts major at DePaul than it is some of the others. They are looking for students with a strong sense of self who want to develop their own unique point of view. This is more important than experience. So, you should work out exactly what you want from the program. They will want to know how well you know yourself.

The major is somewhat skewed toward directing (and possibly writing as well) and not a good one for acting or tech, despite what the website says.

shannond

I know that it's past the deadline now, but I would call the admissions office to talk to them about it. If you haven't had your interview yet, you could probably still send in a writing sample. I'm not so sure that switching majors after the first year would be the best plan. The first year requirements are very different. Basically the only Theatre School classes you take freshman year in Theatre Tech are Design/Tech classes, and History of Dramatic Literature which all first years take. There aren't quite as many TTS first year requirements in Theatre Studies, but there are still enough where it would be pretty inconvenient to have to squeeze in over the course of your next three years. I have some friends who are transfers who are on track to graduate in three years, but there's very little flexibility in their schedules, and if you already know you want to be a Theatre Arts major you should try your best to get into that program.

And if you have any questions about Theatre Arts in general, feel free to message me. I'm a first year Theatre Arts major.