For over 40 years Cal Poly Pomona's Theatre Department has produced acclaimed, world-class theatrical productions. The variety of productions give students and audiences a broad spectrum of experiences. Mainstage productions range from dramas to musicals; from realism to varied theatrical styles; from premieres of new plays to presentations of theatrical classics. Students participate on mainstage not only as performers, but also as designers and participants in all the many technical aspects. All productions draw audiences from the university and the community, and contribute greatly to the cultural climate in our area.
CPP's Dept. of Theatre Arts awards under-graduate degrees in theatre, emphasizing theatrical production and the "doing" of theatre. At the same time, the Department offers courses in all aspects of theatre, both artistic and academic. After completing the theatre major at Cal Poly Pomona, students are prepared for advanced training in graduate schools; to go into teaching in high schools; or to begin their careers or specialized training in professional theatre, television or film. We are proud to boast Emmy-winning and Oscar nominated alumnus in numerous professional positions throughout the entertainment industry such as: Disney's The Lion King Broadway Musical, Disney Animation, ABC and South Coast Repertory Theatre to mention a few. Our graduates have gone on to Yale, NYU and San Diego State.
