The Department of Theatre at ACU offers a life-changing, studio-intensive program rooted in Christian values that encourages your self-expression and prepares you for meaningful impact through your craft. Our program is rigorous yet nurturing, empowering you as a diversely talented theatre artist for a rewarding career in performance, directing, design, teaching or theatre ministry.
The Department of Theatre at ACU offers a life-changing, studio-intensive program rooted in Christian values that encourages your self-expression and prepares you for meaningful impact through your craft. Our program is rigorous yet nurturing, empowering you as a diversely talented theatre artist for a rewarding career in performance, directing, design, teaching or theatre ministry.
At ACU Theatre you will find a group of believers who are dedicated to exploring the issues of faith and art. Learn more about our Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program.
Explore ACU Admissions and learn more about different paths and financial packages that will help you with the steps for applying to ACU
In addition to applying to the university, you will need to upload audition or interview materials to the ACU Theatre Acceptd app.
*You will first have a department Interview and if later invited, an audition or interview.
2024-2025 Audition Dates
You may also email us at theatre.info@groupmail.acu.edu if you have questions.
We invite you to come see ACU’s incredible Theatre Department. Tour our amazing Theatre spaces, meet current students, engage with faculty, participate in our musical theatre workshop, and enjoy an ACU production! Schedule your visit today.
Musical Theatre Worshop (for prospective students)
February 22, 2025 | 10 a.m. – noon ($40)
Stay and enjoy ACU’s production of A Doll’s House later that evening with the option to take part in a pre-show dinner.
Find more information, including ticket options, on our Shows & Tickets page.
You will find a wide variety opportunities to thrive as a Theatre student at ACU!
Our BFA program allows you to gain hands on experience in all aspects of theatre production.
Learn more about what shows ACU’s current students are performing this academic year. If you are in Abilene, be sure to attend one of our amazing performances. You can find out more on our Show & Ticket Information page.