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# Undergraduateprograms

**Source**: https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/
**Parent**: https://art.cmu.edu/admissions/bfa-bxa/

# Undergraduate programs

## Your Dreams Start Here

You have the passion and the talent. We have the training and the opportunities to turn your dreams into your career. Whether you see yourself on stage, behind the scenes, or forging a creative path all your own, Carnegie Mellon School of Drama’s specialized curriculum and dedicated, world-class faculty can help you get there. Learn more about our undergraduate programs below.

### BFA Options

Earn your BFA in Drama with a concentration in one of the following programs.

#### [Acting/Music Theater](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/acting-music-theater/ "Acting/Music Theater")

#### Design

- [Costume Design](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/costume-design/ "Costume Design")
- [Lighting Design](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/lighting-design/ "Lighting Design")
- [Scenic Design](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/scenic-design/ "Scenic Design")
- [Sound Design](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/sound-design/ "Sound Design")
- [Video & Media Design](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/video-media-design/ "Video & Media Design")

#### [Dramaturgy](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/dramaturgy/ "Dramaturgy")

#### Production Technology & Management

- [Production Technology](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/production-technology/ "Production Technology")
- [Stage & Production Management](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/stage-production-management/ "Stage & Production Management")
- [Technical Direction](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/technical-direction/ "Technical Direction")

### Additional Programs

#### BXA Intercollege Degree Programs

- [Bachelor of Humanities and Arts (BHA)](https://www.cmu.edu/interdisciplinary/programs/bha.html "Bachelor of Humanities and Arts (BHA) ")
- [Bachelor of Science and Arts (BSA)](https://www.cmu.edu/interdisciplinary/programs/bsa.html "Bachelor of Science and Arts (BSA) ")
- [Bachelor of Computer Science and Arts (BCSA)](https://www.cmu.edu/interdisciplinary/programs/bcsa.html "Bachelor of Computer Science and Arts (BCSA)")
- [Bachelor of Engineering Science and Arts (BESA)](https://www.cmu.edu/interdisciplinary/programs/besa.html "Bachelor of Engineering Science and Arts (BESA)")

#### [Drama Minor for Non-Drama Majors](https://drama.cmu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/drama-minor-for-non-drama-majors/ "Drama Minor for Non-Drama Majors")

#### [IDeATe Concentrations](https://ideate.cmu.edu/index.html "IDeATe Concentrations")

### Unique Platforms

#### Dance/Light

Dance/Light provides an opportunity for students to explore the art form of dance. As the largest and longest-running cross-discipline project in the School of Drama, Dance/Light unites the elements of choreography, performance, lighting design, costume design, and stage management in a dance concert format.

#### [Playground](https://drama.cmu.edu/event/playground/)

Playground – a festival of independent student work – is one of the hallmark experiences of the School of Drama. For one week each year, classes are cancelled and students are given the time, space, and creative resources to develop collaborative live performances, short films, light shows, art installations, murals, and more throughout the Purnell Center for the Arts.

#### [Showcase](https://drama.cmu.edu/class-of-2024-alumni/)

The School of Drama Showcase presentations in New York and Los Angeles are designed to give all graduating students from all disciplines the opportunity to meet with and present work to leading arts and entertainment professionals.

Are you ready to take the next step toward your dreams? Learn more about our application, audition, and interview process.

[Apply Today](https://drama.cmu.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/)

###### Take Your Next Step