Take a Closer Look at our Theatre Program At first glance it seems to lead to an Associate of Arts Degree with a concentration in Theatre Arts. Or a component in a Speech Communication concentration. Or a degree that combines both. Look again. The Theatre Program can lead to a four-year degree, a life in the theatre or a fuller, more successful life in any profession. We all know that all the world’s a stage, don’t we? So it just makes sense to learn to take focus and command of our lives. The theatre Program can train you to do that, in ways you’ve probably never considered.

Open Your Eyes. Wider. In our Theatre Program you'll expand your horizons as you develop invaluable insights and skills that translate into priceless assets. Our location, in the heart of this vital and vibrant city, draws students from Chicago's diverse population. An average class might include recent high school graduates, returning students of all ages, global immigrants, business professionals, actors and actor wannabes of all ages and types and theatre enthusiasts of every persuasion. This lively mix creates a potent synergy that cannot be equaled. And it provides choices, challenges and opportunities without compare

Seeing the Light In our Theatre Program you’ll learn discipline and creative freedom. You’ll learn theatre craft and the techniques that free your talents. And you’ll learn real-life expertise and skills. Develop Confidence and creativity Communication skills Social case Empathy Imagination Leadership skills Poise and problem solving and presentation skills Goal setting Time management Teamwork. Then apply these skills to any business endeavor. Administration Communications Education Finance Law Marketing Medicine Sales Technology Public Service Politics ...and the list goes on!

Classes Offerd Theatre Arts Classes Introduction to Theatre (99-131)3 credit hours Theatre Production, Management & Directing (99-132) 4 credit hours Acting Techniques (99-133)3 credit hours Acting 11(99-235) 3 credit hours Special Theatre Projects (99-135) Theatre in the Modern World (99-I 34) Acting Workshop (99-143) Allied Classes Training of the Speaking Voice (95-143)3 credit hours Oral Interpretation of Literature (95-144) 3 credit hours Group Communication (95-104)3 credit hours The Faculty Sydney R, Daniels, Professor of Speech& Theatre, Director of Theatre Ricardo Gutierrez. Professor of Speech & Theatre Kathryn Nash, Instructor of Speech & Theatre Margaret Stubbs, Professor of Speech & Theatre