<p>So as often happens this time of year, there’s another new “Most Useless Majors” article out there. And of course theatre is on the list:
[The</a> 13 Most Useless Majors, From Philosophy to Journalism - The Daily Beast](<a href=“The 13 Most Useless Majors, From Philosophy to Journalism”>The 13 Most Useless Majors, From Philosophy to Journalism)</p>
<p>But look at the profile:
Drama and Theater Arts
Unemployment, recent grad: 7.8 percent
Unemployment, experienced grad: 8.8 percent
Earnings, recent grad: $26,000
Earnings, experienced grad: $45,000
Projected growth, 2010–2020: +4 percent
Related occupation: Actor
I don’t know about you, but those stats don’t jump out at me and scream useless at all. And as kjgc pointed out, our kids are learning some very useful real world skills. I am thrilled with the artistic and personal growth I have seen in my D over the last 2 years. So I will keep happily paying for her to pursue that very useful degree.</p>