Theater

general overview

Coker College offers a major in theater with concentrations in performance or technical theater. A concentration in musical theater is offered in the College’s music program. As a theater major, you will have access to the Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center, which includes the Watson Theater (a 466-seat proscenium theater) and the versatile 80-seat Black Box Theater. The performing arts center also houses two dance studios, a rehearsal studio, scene and costume shops, and Coker’s fine arts collection in the Stein Gallery.

graduation requirements

Students majoring in theater choose one of two concentrations: performance or technical theater. Consult the academic catalog for specific graduation requirements.

major in theater

Coursework: Classes such as History of the Theater I: The Greeks to the Renaissance, Introduction to Theater Production, World Dramatic Literature, Voice and Diction, and Oral Interpretation.

concentration in performance

Coursework: Classes such as Acting I/II, Improvisation for the Theater, and Classical Performing.

concentration in technical theater

Coursework: Classes such as Technical Theater, Scene Design, Production Design, and Practicum in Technical Theater.

minor in theater

Coursework: Classes such as those listed above and upper level courses such as African American Theater, Shakespeare, Modern Drama, and Advanced Stage Management.

Students have the options of completing additional majors, minors, or specializations. Students can apply for an Honors Project in their major.

scholarship information

Every student who applies to Coker is eligible for scholarships and grants. All students who are accepted to Coker College are automatically considered for academic scholarships. Coker awards approximately $5.1 million in scholarships annually. After receiving their student’s financial aid award, many families find that it costs the same, or less, to attend Coker as it would to attend a state university.

about coker college

Coker is an independent, comprehensive liberal arts college founded in 1908. The living and learning environment fosters participation in the community of scholarship and the development of ethical character, leadership skills and social responsibility. Coker’s mission is to graduate well-rounded students who are analytical and creative thinkers, and effective communicators.

visit us

There’s nothing like experiencing Coker for yourself, and we invite you to visit our campus. To schedule a tour, contact Coker Admissions and we will customize your visit to suit your interests. Please contact us at least one week before you’d like to visit. We can reserve some time just for you. We offer tours at 10 am and 2 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and at 11 am and 2 pm on Tuesday and Thursday. Visits can also be made by special arrangement on the weekends.