戏剧艺术与舞蹈系致力于培养学生，使其按照专业共识的标准在戏剧和舞蹈事业的各个领域取得成功，并带来艺术观念和实践的变革。与通识教育的目标和愿景以及大学和学院的使命相一致，该系力求利用戏剧和舞蹈来实现行为的永久改变，以反映成长和知识的成熟。最终，学生会参加研究和活动，使戏剧界对艺术有更广泛的了解，以及艺术在解释我们的历史和社会中所起的特殊作用。您是否对表演，导演，设计或理论感兴趣？该计划可以提高您对剧院作为表演艺术的看法，并了解其在社会和文化中的地位。我们经验丰富且享誉全国的讲师将他们的激情带到教室，舞台和设
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance is dedicated to producing students prepared to succeed in all areas of theatrical and dance endeavor according to the standards of professional consensus, and also to bring about change in the conception and practice of the art. Consistent with the goals and vision of a liberal arts education and the mission of the university and the College, the department seeks to utilize theatre and dance in order effect a permanent change in behavior as a reflection of growth and intellectual maturity. Ultimately, students participate in studies and activities, which place theatre in a broader understanding of the arts and the special role that the arts play in interpreting our history and society.Whether your interest is in acting, directing, design, or theory the Theatre Arts program can heighten your view of theatre as a performing art and its place in society and culture. Our seasoned and nationally recognised instructors bring their passion to the classroom, stage, and design studios to shape and inspire the actors, directors, and designers of tomorrow. UA Little Rock undergraduates excel because of the purposely low student-faculty ratio which allows for hands-on training and high-level production experience in all areas of theatre. The presence in our department of the state's premiere Dance BFA program offers students additional real world experience as performers, designers, and stage managers in a related art form. The broad focus of the BA program provides an excellent foundation for developing leadership skills, the ability to collaborate, and increased strength in critical and analytical thinking for students pursuing a career in theatre or any other career option. At UA Little Rock Department of Theatre Arts and Dance, we shape your dreams into reality.