Drama

Stellenbosch University’s Drama Department stands at the forefront of theatre and performance education with a legacy of artistic innovation and academic rigor. As trailblazers who introduced the first dedicated drama programme in South Africa, we blend established performance techniques with modern, cutting-edge facilities such as the iconic Adam Small Theatre Complex.

Our curriculum integrates immersive, hands-on training with critical theoretical study, equipping emerging drama and theatre professionals with the skills and versatility needed to excel in the performing arts industry. Through creative, team-driven projects, we empower our graduates to question conventions, lead with vision, and reshape the performing arts landscape in dynamic and influential ways.
 

Contact us
+27 21 808 3216
[email protected]

Physical address
Corner of Andringa and Crozier streets
Stellenbosch
 

"As trailblazers who introduced the first dedicated drama programme in South Africa, we blend established performance techniques with modern, cutting-edge facilities such as the iconic Adam Small Theatre Complex."

Our Programmes

BA in Drama and Theatre Studies

This programme offers a comprehensive foundation in theatre and performance, combining practical training with academic study. Students choose between two areas of specialisation, namely Acting and Performance Training or Technical and Management Training.

Postgraduate Programmes

BA Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies

This programme allows for advanced study in specific areas of interest within drama and theatre, fostering research skills and deeper theoretical understanding.

PhD in Drama and Theatre Studies

This doctoral programme is designed for in-depth research, equipping scholars to contribute significantly to drama and theatre studies.

MA in Drama and Theatre Studies

This research-based degree enables students to undertake original research projects, contributing to the field's body of knowledge.