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Department of Theater

Delve into global theater studies and hands-on practice within a premier professional school setting.

Theater

Our students become well-rounded artists and researchers by immersing themselves in their chosen areas as well as exploring the other creative disciplines that are available.

Located between ocean and mountains, grit and glamour, the Theater Department welcomes students to Los Angeles with a rigorous program combining UCLA’s academic excellence and the School of Theater, Film and Television’s professional school training.

We are committed to bringing world-class university research to the grand challenges facing the world of theater and performance today by fostering an ever-diversifying community of playwrights, designers, directors, scholars, and performers. Through deep engagement with the changing landscape of contemporary performance, diverse and dynamic faculty leadership, and creative collaboration across the campus and Los Angeles’ communities, UCLA Theater showcases the future of performance.

Michelle Liu Carriger
Chair, Department of Theater; Associate Professor

Theater Season –
Upcoming Performances

MFA Ones

More information to come.

Performances

June 7, 2024

Macgowan 1340

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812

More information to come.

Directed by J. Ed Araiza

Performances

March 7 – March 15, 2025

Freud Playhouse

Actors Showcase

This annual event spotlights the talents of UCLA TFT acting students, both undergraduate and graduate.

Theater Internships

Get a head start on your career! Internships are open to enrolled juniors, seniors and graduate students from UCLA TFT and the university at large.

UCLA General Catalog

The definitive listing of all departments, programs, majors, minors and courses offered, the Catalog includes degree requirements, as well as academic and administrative policies. It outlines essential information about registration, financial aid, and academic advising, and describes many student services, activities, and resources.