Theatre Productions & Opportunities

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At Bellarmine, theatre is something you actively participate in. Whether you’re onstage, backstage, or leading the creative process, students have meaningful opportunities to contribute to the making of live performance.

Mainstage Productions

Eurydice The Theatre Program produces a season of fully staged productions each year, bringing together students, faculty, and guest artists.

Students can participate in:

Acting roles
Technical and production crews
Design teams (scenic, lighting, sound, costumes)
Stage management and dramaturgy

Productions are guided by experienced theatre professionals, offering students insight into both the artistic and professional aspects of theatre-making.

Auditions

Auditions are open to all Bellarmine students, regardless of major or experience level.

Students interested in performing are encouraged to audition for mainstage productions and student-led work. Audition information, including dates and requirements, is announced each semester and typically occur during the first week of the term.

Trying theatre for the first time? You are welcome here.

Backstage & Production Work

Theatre Booth Theatre depends on more than performers.

Students can get involved in:

Scenic construction and painting
Lighting and sound operation
Costume and props work
Running crew during performances

These experiences build practical skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and technical production, and are a central part of the Theatre minor.

Student-Created Work

Students have opportunities to develop and present their own creative work.

Through coursework and student organizations, students can:

Devise original performances
Direct short pieces or full productions
Experiment with new forms and storytelling approaches

Student-driven work is an important part of the creative life of the program.

Leadership & Service

Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles and contribute to the broader theatre community through Alpha Psi Omega.

Through Alpha Psi Omega, students can:

Produce original performances
Participate in service and outreach
Develop leadership experience within the program
Build connections with other theatre students

Connection to the Louisville Theatre Community

Bellarmine’s Theatre Program maintains strong ties to the vibrant arts scene in Louisville.

Students benefit from:

Faculty with professional experience and connections
Exposure to local theatre organizations and artists
Opportunities to engage with theatre beyond campus

Why It Matters

Theatre is learned through practice.

By participating in productions, students gain:

Real-world collaborative experience
Confidence in performance and presentation
Technical and creative skills
A deeper understanding of how theatre works

These experiences complement classroom learning and help students build skills that translate into any field.

Get Started

There are many ways to get involved—no experience required.

Students can:

Audition for upcoming productions
Sign up for production and crew work
Join Alpha Psi Omega