Jeff Tirrell, PhD

Adjunct Professor, Department of Theology

Jeff Tirrell’s area of expertise relates to the intersection of theology and the narrative arts. He has directed, produced, and acted in dozens of theatrical productions. Before teaching, Tirrell served as the APU Department of Theater Arts’ technical director from 2005-08. He has a passion for helping students grow in their spiritual encounters with theater and film.

Education

PhD, Claremont School of Theology
MA, Biblical Studies/Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary
BA, Communication Studies, Azusa Pacific University

Academic Area

School of Visual and Performing Arts (College of the Arts)
School of Theology

Expertise

Practical Theology and the Narrative Arts
Theater Education
Film Criticism
Biblical Studies

Courses Taught

GE 100 - First-Year Seminar
MIN 108 - Christian Life, Faith, and Ministry
THEO 301 - Faith and the Arts
THTR 101 – Christianity and the Creative Process
THTR 355 – Theater Education, K-12