Translating vision into words and action – Writing/Directing emphases (BFA)
The first year’s foundation courses combine a deep knowledge of theatre/film history, dramatic literature, production, costuming, and set design with an introduction to scriptwriting, camera techniques, filming, and editing. From this solid base, writing/directing students branch out into the realms of film/video and television.
Students proceed through their courses with an artist cohort and develop cross-discipline explorations whereby filmmakers experience the benefits of working with actors, directors, and designers as well as faculty experienced in the world of film and television. Students learn how to tell intriguing stories and how to augment and strengthen their story by incorporating aspects of performance, design, and filming/editing techniques.
Students develop skills enabling them to work in a variety of venues including theater, film/video, and television (episodic television and commercials, for example). While the first two years of study are housed at the Downtown campus, some of the advanced film courses are taught at the Lowry campus (located approximately 8 miles east of downtown Denver).
Education for Future Professionals
Students complete the 22 credits of Theatre, Film, and Television foundation courses and then select an emphasis and complete all 51 listed credits within that emphasis area. Foundation courses include: Production/Post Production, Scriptwriting, Performance Visualization, Scenery Lab, Costume Lab, Camera Equipment Lab, and Technology and Acting Lab. All major courses must be completed with a C (2.0) or better.
You won’t have to go far to gain valuable experience in your field. Budding theatre students have their own Theatre Buffs Club. TheatreBuffs provides self-directed theatrical opportunities to the students of the Auraria Campus.
To learn more about the opportunities awaiting you in the Theatre, Film and Video Production program, please contact a College of Arts & Media advisor.
Educating and Encouraging
The Theatre, Film and Video Production faculty is comprised of artists who understand the importance of art applications both inside and outside of the classroom. For this reason, your instructors strive to be the bridge between you and the professional world. With the encouragement and efforts of faculty, students are able to involve themselves with the Denver Performing Arts Center, Denver Center Theatre Company, and various smaller theatre and film companies across the Front Fange.
The faculty’s active participation in their field ensures that students receive both a traditional and cutting-edge education. To learn more about the Theatre, Film, and Video Production faculty, please select their name and you will be directed to their personal web pages, or visit the faculty home page.
- Carol Bloom
- Laura Cuetara
- David Liban
- Craig Volk
To learn more about the admissions process or to answer any questions you might have, please contact the College of Arts & Media’s Advising Office.
