Program Description

The M.A. degree program is designed to enrich the student’s aesthetic and intellectual needs in the areas of theatrical production, theatre history, literature and criticism, as well as to provide pre-professional training.The Department of Theatre at California State University, Northridge, encourages active engagement in the art form inspired by and expressive of diverse perspectives. We pursue an ever-evolving definition of theatre in an environment that nurtures creativity.

The vision for the CSU Northridge Department of Theatre is an academic, creative and vibrant environment, where theatre in process and production inspires the student of theatre and embraces the surrounding community to consider, reflect and possibly recreate the world.

• We will serve as a resource to the community in the area of theatre arts instruction and support theatre in our schools at all grade levels.
• We will produce exemplary theatre productions for the San Fernando Valley and surrounding Los Angeles community, as we consistently evolve a dynamic definition of theatre.
• We will provide exemplary theatre arts instruction that is innovative, hands-on and collaborative.

Admission Requirements

1. An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
2. A statement of professional objectives.
3. A bachelor’s degree with a major in Theatre, Drama, Performance or academic degrees in another area with significant coursework or professional experience in theatre.
4. Transcripts from all previous degree-granting educational institutions attended.
5. A writing sample demonstrating writing and analytical ability.
6. Two letters of recommendation.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

Score reporting required.