Theatre Major, B.F.A.

About the Program

Theatre is “Equipment for Living.” That’s the philosophy behind the MSU Denver Theatre program. 

MSU Denver’s B.F.A. in Theatre degree is an intensive pre-professional program that offers two concentrations: 

• Music Theatre 
• Applied Theatre Technology and Design 

Music Theatre provides rich opportunities for performing; Applied Theatre Technology and Design provides hands-on technical theatre experience. These experiences are provided both in class and onstage as well as through on-campus productions, internships at local theatres and with the University’s own professional Kaiser Permanente Touring Company, which delivers health-oriented performances in local schools. 

Taught by veteran teachers who are also theatre and design professionals, you will receive the kind of mentoring you need to make your way as an actor, theatre technician or designer, as well as discover ways to use your Theatre training in other fields. As a Theatre major, you will study the academic side of Theatre as well as receive opportunities to perform and work in campus productions, serve as a production dramaturge, become part of an MSU Denver touring company, intern at local theatres and participate in regional and national theatre competitions. 

MSU Denver’s Theatre program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The program will not only prepare you for further graduate studies, but also will provide the training necessary for careers in voice, film and theatre and other media. Many Theatre majors also translate their Theatre degrees into careers such as teaching, sales, law, business, communications and more.

Student Outcomes

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of the business of theatre as it applies to his/her chosen concentration, especially an understanding of how to secure and maintain employment. 
• Demonstrates the ability to exercise the skills of his/her chosen concentration with other theatre skill areas. 
• Demonstrates the ability to think logically and critically. 
• Demonstrates the ability to verbalize and/or write coherent and insightful criticism of dramatic literature and theatre production. 
• Articulates the role of the arts, and theatre specifically, in diverse cultures represented in the city, state, and country. 
• Works effectively and productively as a member of groups. 
• Demonstrates the discipline, attitude, perseverance, and focus necessary for a career in the theatre. 
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills in the application of his/her theatre skills to both laboratory experiences and public-performance opportunities.