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Vanguard University
Department of Theatre Arts
Department of Theatre Arts
55 Fair DriveCosta Mesa, California 92626
714.556.2971
admissions@vanguard.edu
Degrees offered
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Musical Theatre
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Stage and Screen Acting/Directing
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts - Technical/Design
About the program
The department of theatre arts creates a Christ-centered, professional environment for artistic expression by developing the creative mind, body and spirit of each student in the disciplines of: performance, directing, design, technical theatre, production, theatre management, script writing, theatre history and dramatic literature. By imparting knowledge and allowing hands-on participation, the department is about preparing students to impact our world for God’s glory.
Notable alumni
Sunny Peabody, Emily Rose Maier, Kristina Kuzmic, Troy Iwata, Chelsea Streano, Donna Louden, Claire Friday, Will Pruett, Preston Butler III, Kimberly Monks, Ryan Miller, Bretlyn Schmitt-Lazaris, Stephanie Wood, Michael Mulligan, Dain August Ouradnik, Amy Maier Vogt, Marcieanna Klaustermeyer.
Acceptance rate
Vanguard University of Southern California has a general acceptance rate of 65%
Faculty
Susan Berkompas, Sarah Bordelon, Vanda Eggington, Lia Hansen, Ryan Miller, David Pecoraro, Bretlyn Schmitt- Lazaris, Richard Soto.
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Past student productions
| Show | Dates | Theater |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9 – 10/26/2025 | Vanguard University | |
| 10/17 – 11/3/2024 | Vanguard University | |
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