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25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard
Hayward,California 94542
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts (Acting)

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre)

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts (Dance and Inclusive Performance Concentration)

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts (Stage Technology and Design Concentration)

Minor in Theatre


Performance at Cal State is an important aspect of the department's undergraduate curriculum. The program leading to the Bachelor or Arts in Theatre degree provides comprehensive instruction in the theatre arts. Formal classes are offered in theatre history and literature, script analysis, voice and speech, oral interpretation, acting, theatre organization and management, creative dramatics, children's literature, directing, scenery and costume design, lighting and stage make-up.

Notable Alumni Include:

Dawn Monique Williams, Jasmine Milan Williams, Chalia La Tour.


Acceptance Rate:

While I can't provide a precise acceptance rate specifically for the Department of Theatre & Dance at Cal State East Bay, the university's overall acceptance rate is 74.1%.


Faculty Info:

Eric Kupers, Ann Fajilan, Nina Haft, Marc Jacobs, Darryl V. Jones, Rhoda H. Kaufman, Richard Olmsted.



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