Costume Technology (BFA)

​​The Theatre School’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Costume Technology is designed to train students interested in careers as theatrical drapers/cutters, crafts persons, and costume shop managers. The four-year curriculum in many ways simulates a theatrical costume technicians professional experience and process. Costume Technology students learn to translate designs into the reality of the garments and accessories worn by actors. Students learn a variety skills including: sewing, pattern making, cutting, fitting, millinery, mask making, etc. They also take a progression of business management coursework. Students collaborate with directors and our professional costume shop staff in work on productions in addition to their class work.