Bachelor In Performing Arts

Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Eligibility: 12th pass (any stream — Arts/HEC/Science background preferred)
Course Type: Undergraduate Degree
Field: Music, Dance, Theatre, Drama, Stagecraft

Objective

To develop students’ artistic, creative, and performance skills in the fields of dance, music, and drama, while providing theoretical knowledge of performing arts — preparing them for careers as professional performers, choreographers, directors, and cultural managers in the entertainment and arts industry.

Eligibility & Admission

Eligibility Criteria

Completed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized board
Minimum 50% aggregate marks (varies by institute)
Background or interest in music/dance/theatre is preferred

Admission Process

Merit-based: Based on 12th marks (many private universities)
Entrance/Audition Tests: Some institutes conduct auditions, stage performance rounds, and interviews
Personal Interview: To assess creative aptitude and passion for performing arts

Curriculum & Subjects

Core Areas You Study

Introduction to Performing Arts & Aesthetics
Indian Classical and Folk Music/Dance
Western Music and Contemporary Dance
Theatre and Drama Studies
Acting Techniques & Voice Modulation
Stagecraft, Set Design & Lighting
Scriptwriting, Playwriting & Directing
Event and Cultural Program Management
Art History and Criticism
Performance Psychology & Art Appreciation

Practical Training

Regular stage performances and workshops
Participation in theatre/drama clubs
Internships at cultural institutions, art councils, and media houses
Final year major performance project

Skills You Develop

Stage presence and performance confidence
Creative and artistic expression
Communication and storytelling
Teamwork and collaboration
Leadership and event coordination
Choreography, direction, and production
Time management and discipline

Career Pathways

Performance & Entertainment

Actor / Theatre Artist
Dancer / Choreographer
Musician / Vocalist / Instrumentalist
Stage Performer / Cultural Artist

Production & Direction

Theatre Director / Scriptwriter
Stage Manager / Production Designer
Cultural Program Organizer
Event Manager (arts and culture)

Education & Others

Performing Arts Teacher / Professor
Art Critic / Performing Arts Journalist
Art Consultant / Cultural Curator
Arts Administration & Cultural Management

Future Opportunities & Higher Studies

Postgraduate Courses

Master of Performing Arts (MPA)
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
PG Diploma in Theatre / Music / Dance
MBA (Event Management / Media Management)

Competitive Exams

UGC-NET (to become lecturer/professor)
Government cultural department recruitments

International Opportunities

Masters in Music, Dance, Theatre abroad (IELTS/TOEFL + audition/portfolio required)

Salary & Top Recruiters

Salary Range

Entry-Level: ₹3–5 LPA
Mid-Level (3–5 yrs): ₹6–10 LPA
Senior-Level (Famous performers/directors): ₹15–25+ LPA

Top Recruiters

National School of Drama (NSD), Sangeet Natak Akademi
Doordarshan, All India Radio, cultural TV channels
Theatre groups, film production houses
Performing arts academies, event companies
Cultural wings of NGOs and government organizations

Who Should Choose BPA?

Passionate about music, dance, drama, theatre or stage performance
Interested in creative expression and performing in front of audiences
Want to build a career in the entertainment, arts, culture or media industry
Have strong communication, creativity, and stage presence skills