Our students take the stage early and often. Each season features three faculty-directed mainstage productions. Plus, SHOWCASE, a student-driven initiative where you can act, direct and design your own work. All backed by faculty mentorship and real production budgets. Here, you’ll take part in fully produced plays, musicals and dance concerts at the GPAC — a top-ranked performing arts center.
Theatre Arts
Step into the spotlight — or bring stories to life from behind the scenes. At UNC Pembroke, Theatre Arts majors gain hands-on experience in acting, design and production. From your first year on campus, you’ll learn by doing — on stage, in the studio and alongside expert faculty. Prepare for a career or further study. The stage is yours. Create boldly and make your mark.
Bring Stories to Life
The BA in Theatre Arts helps you grow as both a performer and theatre professional. You’ll study acting, stagecraft and design. Learn everything from Shakespeare and modern drama to lighting, costumes and set construction, then apply what you've learned to real stage experience with productions at the Givens Performing Arts Center.
From voice and movement to behind-the-scenes roles, this program gives you the skills to shine on stage or backstage. It’s a hands-on, creative degree that prepares you for careers in theatre, entertainment, education and more.
Minor in Theatre
A minor in Theatre is a powerful way to enhance your major and set yourself apart in the job market.
Through courses in acting, stagecraft and performance, you’ll sharpen your public
speaking, boost your confidence and develop creative problem-solving and collaboration
skills. These are the same skills that employers value in fields like education, business,
law, marketing, communications and beyond. Whether you’re stepping into the spotlight
or presenting in a boardroom, theatre gives you the presence and professionalism to
make an impact.
Theatre Scholarships
Scholarships are available for both new and returning theatre majors. Awards are based
on talent, academics and involvement. Explore what’s available and find the right
support for you.
Explore Scholarships
Perfect Your Craft
Real Stage Experience
Your Next Act Starts Here
From rehearsals to real-world readiness, our program prepares you for what’s next.
Master Grad School
Thinking about grad school? We’ll help you get there. Our graduates have been accepted
to top programs across the country. With coaching for auditions, feedback on materials
and support through every step, you'll feel ready — and confident.
Launch Your Career
A degree in theatre from UNCP prepares you to work. Our program blends hands-on experience, close mentorship and real-world training. Whether you want to perform, teach or design, we help you build the tools to launch your career.
After UNCP
I’m still in shock even today! I’m very happy because I worked hard to get here. Many candidates were from larger performing arts programs and Ivy League schools. To be in the same room with them and then to be accepted proves that hard work does pay off. I credit UNCP’s theatre program with fostering my success.
Jamonte Madison
UNCP Theatre Graduate & Master of Fine Arts in Drama program at The Juilliard School in New York CityCommon Careers
A theatre degree from UNC Pembroke prepares you for a wide range of careers in the performing arts, entertainment industry, education and beyond. You'll gain creative, technical and communication skills that translate to roles both on stage and behind the scenes—as well as in any profession that values collaboration, storytelling and public presence.Performance
- Actor or Performer
- Director or Producer
- Stage Manager
- Lighting, Set or Costume Designer
- Drama or Theatre Educator
- Arts Administrator
- Casting Director
- Voiceover Artist
- Theatre Technician
- Talent Agent
- Event or Production Coordinator
- Creative Director or Brand Storyteller
Performance-Ready Spaces
Learn, rehearse and perform in facilities designed for serious performers and unforgettable shows.
Step onto one of the region’s top stages at the 1,600-seat Givens Performing Arts Center.
The Studio Theatre, located on the third floor of the Givens Performing Arts Center, is a flexible black box space that adapts to each production’s needs. It also serves as a rehearsal space and a hands-on classroom for acting and lighting courses.
Moore Hall was built for sound. Complete with Steinway pianos, high-tech classrooms and a full recording studio at your fingertips.
Moore Hall Auditorium hosts intimate concerts, recitals and guest artists.
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