Acting Option

The undergraduate-only acting option in Ball State’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) theatre program offers an innovative and demanding training curriculum consisting of rigorous and varied coursework, a strong foundation in movement-based approaches, and an emphasis on synthesizing the body, voice, and mind. We challenge our students to be thinkers, athletes, responsible citizens, and motivated theatre artists who will make a difference in creating the next generation’s voice. 

You will have an opportunity to apply your training during the production season beginning the second semester of your first year. Immersive experiences in our 400-seat proscenium theater, flexible studios, and versatile dance venues provide space for exploration of learned techniques and styles, offering you room to create the artist you want to be. 

By the end of your four years, you are prepared to engage with industry professionals, create capstone projects, and audition for showcase experiences in Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. 

The BFA acting option is audition based and students must be academically admitted to Ball State in order to receive an offer in the area of study. Audition and application information is below under Take the Next Step.