UMKC Theatre

About This Business

UMKC Theatre is a team of creative experts who actively work in professional theatre, dedicated to helping students become creative professionals. The program offers intensive hands-on experience, combined with the analytical and contextual skills of a liberal arts education. Students gain practical experience in UMKC venues, on campus with Kansas City Repertory Theatre, and on professional stages in the metropolitan area. The theatre division is a proud member of the University Resident Theatre Association (URTA), the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), and the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT). UMKC Theatre specializes in the development of actors, designers, technicians, and historians, exposing students to a wide range of theatrical influences and traditions with the guidance of experienced mentors. In Conservatory tradition, students receive intensive hands-on training while simultaneously gaining analytical skills offered by a liberal arts education. The program emphasizes theatre's role in civic dialogue, providing students with professional exposure and contacts. With its strong connections to the Greater Kansas City area, UMKC Theatre makes the city its stage, offering students a unique opportunity to engage with the local theatre community. The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts degree is broad in scope, allowing students to develop specific areas of interest, such as acting or design. By combining general degree requirements with the core major, students can tailor their education to their individual goals and aspirations. UMKC Theatre is committed to reimagining higher education and transforming today's learners into tomorrow's leaders, unlocking the power of owning one's education, opportunities, and path to success. With its experienced faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and vibrant theatre community, UMKC Theatre is the ideal place for students to begin their theatre education and career in Missouri.