Theatre Major, B.A.

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Degrees offered by the Theatre Department prepare students to pursue a wide range of career options in theatre, entertainment industries, and other related fields. Each degree offers the flexibility for students to pursue a major or minor that best meets their educational, professional, and artistic goals.

Theatre Department Academic Programs

Theatre Major, B.A.
Theatre Major, B.F.A.
Theatre Minor

All students considering a Major or Minor in Theatre should consult with theatre faculty for advising.

Students who pursue a BA in Theatre must also select a minor in addition to completing all general studies and university requirements. There are no additional application requirements for this degree.

The BFA in Theatre (with concentrations in Applied Theatre Technology and Design or Music Theatre) is a professional course of study that provides specialized training in each chosen discipline. The BFA in Theatre does not require the selection of minor.

The Theatre Minor is can be tailored to suit the goals of each student whether in performance or technical theatre.

Both BFA in Theatre concentrations have additional application requirements as follows:

The BFA in Theatre (Applied Theatre Technology and Design concentration) requires an application and interview process. All transfer students must complete a minimum of four semesters (not including summer) once accepted into the program.
The BFA in Theatre (Music Theatre concentration) requires an application, music audition, theatre audition, and interview process. All transfer students must complete a minimum of four semesters (not including summer) once accepted into the program.

Departmental grade requirements:

A grade of “C-” or better is required in every course (including any cross-discipline courses) for each degree.
Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA within each degree.
The University the completion of 120 credits and requires an overall 2.0 GPA to graduate.
Other departments may have differing grade requirements.

For further information, contact the Theatre Department.

Required Basic Core Course for all Theatre Majors

THE 2201 - The Speaking Voice in Performance Credits: 3
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 2280 - Theatre Career Development I Credits: 3
THE 3200 - Oral Interpretation Credits: 3
THE 3211 - Theatre History, Theory, and Criticism I Credits: 3
THE 3212 - Theatre History, Theory, and Criticism II Credits: 3
THE 3280 - Stage Directing Credits: 3
THE 4202 - Theatre Career Development II Credits: 3 (Senior Experience)
THE 4260 - Theatre: Practicum I Credits: 1

Suggested Elective Courses:

THE 2230 - Acting II Credits: 3
THE 2250 - Stage Management Credits: 3
THE 2290 - Fundamentals of Stage Combat Credits: 3
THE 3210 - Scene Painting Credits: 3
THE 3220 - Stage Movement Credits: 3
THE 3230 - Acting III: Styles of Acting Credits: 3
THE 3232 - Acting for the Camera Credits: 3
THE 3240 - Theatre Improvisation Techniques Credits: 3
THE 3250 - Introduction to Scene Design Credits: 3
THE 3980 - Professional Internship: Theatre Credits: 1-15
THE 4210 - Variable Topics in Theatre Credits: 1-3
THE 4240 - Advanced Stagecraft and Applied Scene Technology Credits: 3
THE 4250 - Advanced Scene Design: Applied Technology Credits: 3
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 of Electives: 8 credits

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

Summary of Hours required for B.A. in Theatre:

B.A. Core	34
B.A. Electives	8
Total for the Major	42

Other Graduation Requirements:

General Studies and Multicultural	33-36
Minor	18-29
Electives	13-27
Total for the B.A. in Theatre	120