Theatre (THEA)
Cederquist (chair), Bergman, Aicardi, Thomas
With dozens of storefront theatre companies, Chicago is world-renowned for its innovative theatre scene. North Park University’s theatre minor is developed around the storefront model of creating productions for intimate or unique settings. Students receive hands-on training from faculty who are also working professionals in the industry. Theatremakers create works shared with both the North Park community and Chicago audiences at large.
The Theatre Minor
The theatre minor functions as part of the SMAT cohort, nestled within the School’s programs in Music and Art, leading to two different minor concentrations: Musical Theatre and Theatre Arts.
Core Curriculum
Several Theatre courses fulfill the Core Curriculum requirement in Art & Aesthetics interpretation. GE designates a course that fulfills all or part of a Core Curriculum requirement. See the Core Curriculum section of the catalog for more information.
Internships
Outstanding internships are available every year in theatre and performance related fields. Students are urged to arrange an internship with the department and the Career Planning Office.