Theatre Minor

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The Theatre degree program prepares students to pursue a wide range of career options in theatre, entertainment industries, and other related fields. The flexibility offered by the B.A. or B.F.A. degrees allows students to pursue a major that best meets their goals.

Academic Programs

Students who pursue a B.A. in Theatre must also complete a minor. The B.F.A. in Theatre is a professional course of study that provides specialized training in music theatre or applied theatre technology and design. The B.F.A. in Theatre does not require a minor. Please see additional admission requirements listed under the B.F.A. in Theatre. Further information, including procedures and requirements, may be obtained from the Theatre department.

Students considering a major or minor in Theatre should consult with faculty for advising.

Required Courses

THE 2210 - Introduction to Theatre Credits: 3
THE 2220 - Acting I Credits: 3
THE 2240 - Introduction to Stagecraft Credits: 3
THE 2270 - Production Analysis: Process and Technology Credits: 3
THE 3280 - Stage Directing Credits: 3
THE 4260 - Theatre: Practicum I Credits: 1
Subtotal: 16 credits

Suggested Theatre Elective Courses

Select a total of 9 credits from the following list-6 credits must be upper division:

THE 2201 - The Speaking Voice in Performance Credits: 3
THE 2230 - Acting II Credits: 3
THE 2250 - Stage Management Credits: 3
THE 3200 - Oral Interpretation Credits: 3
THE 3210 - Scene Painting Credits: 3
THE 3230 - Acting III: Styles of Acting Credits: 3
THE 3240 - Theatre Improvisation Techniques Credits: 3
THE 3250 - Introduction to Scene Design Credits: 3
THE 4200 - Readers Theatre Credits: 3
THE 4240 - Advanced Stagecraft and Applied Scene Technology Credits: 3
THE 4250 - Advanced Scene Design: Applied Technology Credits: 3
THE 4260 - Theatre: Practicum I Credits: 1
THE 4270 - Theatre: Practicum II Credits: 2
THE 4280 - Advanced Lighting: Applied Technology and Design Credits: 3
THE 4290 - Advanced Sound: Applied Technology and Design Credits: 3
Subtotal: 9 credits

Total for Theatre Minor: 25 credits

Notes

All courses with a “THE” prefix, except those courses required for the minor, may be selected in consultation with an approved theatre advisor within the Department of Theatre.

CAS 1010 Public Speaking is a prerequisite to THE 4220, THE 2210 and THE 3200. This course is required for all Theatre majors and minors. CAS 1010 cannot be counted towards the 21 credits required for the major or minor; however, it may be used to fulfill General Studies requirements.

A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the bachelor’s degree.