Great actors put aside their own personalities, and find humanity in even the darkest of characters. It is this portrayal of human emotion which is key to performing Shakespeare’s plays in a way that allows audiences to understand the complex language. Earning a B.A. in Theater provides the opportunity for aspiring actors to learn acting skills in a structured environment and to practice their creative dramatic expression in front of live audiences.An actor’s job is to fully represent the character they are playing and to convince their audience that character is real by engaging them and drawing them into the story. This applies to major roles and smaller parts, as all roles combine to create a successful production.
