Theatre is a long-standing genre of art that has its roots in antiquity. It is based on the genre of fiction known as drama, which is a sophisticated art form that blends several components with the intention of conveying to the audience a particular message, idea or emotion by using the theatrical play's text, music, dance, mimicry, and numerous specialised tactics.

Dance is an art form that is achieved through synchronised body movements and a continual exchange of creative body positions on a certain rhythm. Through choreographic composition, figures, and movements, dance is closely related to music, emotional images, and content embodiment. Dance is used both as a means of social interaction and as a means of personal expression.

It is important to study theatre and dance from an interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and global perspective. With a course in Theatre and Dance, students will strengthen their analytical, practical, and creative skills. Studies in theatre and dance equip creative thinkers with skills in effective spoken communication, as well as in gesturing and pantomiming.

Study levels:

Courses in Theatre and Dance is offered by colleges and universities in India and abroad at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level via degrees, certificates and diplomas. These include:

• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre
• Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Dance
• Bachelor of Arts in Dance
• Bachelor of Arts in Dance & Theatre
• Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Drama
• Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education
• Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Dance
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance
• Bachelor of Science in Dance
• Master in Creative Performance Practice (Acting, Choreography and Musical Theatre)
• Master in Dance
• Master in Dance Art
• Master in Performing Arts (Drama, Dance, Music)
• Master of Arts in Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy
• Master of Arts in Dance
• Master of Arts in Dance Composition
• Master of Arts in Dance Performance
• Master of Arts in Movement Direction
• Master of Arts in Visual Arts
• Master of Fine Arts in Choreography
• Master of Fine Arts in Dance (Interdisciplinary Digital Media and Perform)
• Master of Science in Dance/ Movement Therapy
• Master of Arts in Dance Practice
• Master of Arts in Dance Pedagogy
• Master of Arts in Choreography
• Master of Fine Arts in Movement Direction
• Master of Expression and Arts
• Postgraduate Diploma in Performing Arts
• Undergraduate Diploma in Performing Arts
• Doctor of Philosophy in Theatre and Dance

Specialisations:

Specialisation areas that are offered in Theatre and Dance include:

• Ballet
• Circus Arts
• Directing
• Improvisation
• Magic
• Mime
• Musical Theatre
• Opera
• Performance and Script Writing
• Performance and Technology
• Performing for screen
• Prosthetic Make-up
• Puppetry
• Stage Combat
• Ventriloquism

Employability

Graduates in theatre and dance may find employment prospects in theatrical direction, choreography/movement coaching, arts management, dance studios, and other related fields.

Job profiles include:

• Acting Coach
• Actor
• Artistic Director
• Arts Administrative
• Booking Agent
• Box Office Manager
• Casting Director
• Costume Attendant
• Choreographer
• Dance Historian/Writer
• Dance Notator
• Dancer
• Dialect Coach
• Dialect Coach
• Director
• Drama Teacher
• Drama Therapist
• Entertainment Attorney
• Entertainment Journalist
• Event Coordinator
• Fight Director
• K-12 Teacher
• Lighting Designer
• Movement Coach
• Personal Manager
• Playwright
• Press Agent
• Production Manager
• Stage Manager
• Scenic Carpenter
• Teaching Artist
• Theatre Critic
• Theatre Director
• Theatrical Makeup Artist
• Voice And Speech Coach
• Voiceover Artist