Students graduating from Catholic University with a degree in drama possess skills that are in demand in many careers. The qualifications gained through our drama programs — strong oral communication skills, a goal-oriented approach to work, time management, flexibility, and aesthetic awareness — are strengths that can be applied in any field.
- The faculty and staff in the Department of Drama will guide you toward internships, networking connections in the local and national theatre community, and graduate school possibilities.
- The Center for Academic and Career Success will help you create a customized action plan, consider career options, work with you to develop your résumé and cover letter, and assist you with the job-search process.
- Our active alumni network will help you build the relationships you will need to get your career off to a great start.
We provide connections to more than 90 professional theatre companies in the D.C. community, and our students receive opportunities with such prestigious institutions as:
- Arena Stage
- The Kennedy Center
- Signature Theatre
- Woolly Mammoth Theatre
- Folger Shakespeare Library
- Imagination Stage
- Keegan Theatre
Opportunities for performance and technical work accompany the numerous productions every season. Drama majors must earn crew credits and gain practical experience by working on departmental productions and projects.