Theatre and Digital Filmmaking

Our on-campus theatre and digital filmmaking program will provide you with real-world creative experiences for stage and screen. The “learn by doing” nature of the curriculum teaches you the theory and practice of professional theatre production and digital filmmaking techniques. You’ll have the opportunity to experience everything from acting to designing to writing to directing. You’ll have numerous opportunities to perform, create and collaborate in theatre and digital video projects. Along the way, you’ll discover your creative voice in the dynamic mediums of stage and screen.

Graduates go on to work as writers, producers, directors, editors, designers, actors and more in the highly creative and competitive theatre, film/TV and video production industries.

An on-campus theatre minor is also available in this program for students who want to expand their knowledge and skills in that specific area.

What You’ll Learn

Develop your creative voice through hands-on experiences in theatre and digital filmmaking. You’ll learn the theory, techniques and collaborative processes behind creating productions for stage and screen while building the skills needed for careers in the performing arts and media industries.

You’ll gain practical skills in:

Acting and performance techniques
Screenwriting and storytelling
Digital filmmaking and video production
Theatre direction and production Set, costume and technical design
Editing, collaboration and creative project management

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Through productions, film projects and portfolio-building experiences, you’ll apply professional techniques using industry-standard facilities and equipment. You’ll collaborate with faculty and peers to create original work while preparing for careers in theatre, film, television and digital media.

View the 4 Year Sample Plan

When I first came to UWS I lacked confidence and had a lot of doubt in my ability. My teachers and advisors pushed me to try new things. Their need for me to succeed led me to challenge myself and experience new things. I auditioned for a theater production on campus, I made a film, and all along the way made connections with people that will last a lifetime.

Jon Pearson, Communication and Media Arts – Theatre and Digital Filmmaking

Unique Opportunities and Career Preparation

Gain real-life practical experience performing, directing, building costumes and sets, editing audio and video or writing a screen play
Learn from distinguished faculty and staff with extensive industry experience who serve as mentors and take a vested interest in their students’ success
Utilize top-tier facilities and equipment including two theatre spaces, scene and costume shops, a video production studio and media editing lab
Showcase your film in the annual UW-Superior Student Film and Video Showcase. Many student projects are also selected for regional film festivals and awards programs
Participate in public theatre productions including musicals, operas, classical works like Shakespeare and contemporary plays
Graduates are prepared to go on to work as writers, producers, directors, editors, designers, actors and more in the highly creative and competitive theatre, film/TV and video production industries

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