Theatre Major, B.F.A.

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To be admitted to the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre with a concentration in Music Theatre degree program, students must demonstrate the capability of developing a high level of skill in music theatre performance by passing the music and theatre performance audition for a jury panels. Students admitted to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program are NOT required to complete a minor.

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre with a concentration in Applied Theatre Technology and Design degree program, students must demonstrate a high level of skill by submitting a portfolio for a jury panel.

Further information, including examination policies, procedures, and requirements is provided in the department publication regarding Bachelor of Fine Arts admission and completion policies.

Students in the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre major may apply to either of the B.F.A. Theatre concentrations by successfully completing the B.F.A. admission requirements.

Required Courses for all B.F.A. Theatre Majors:

Required Basic Core Courses:
ENG 1120 - Introduction to Drama
THE 2201 - The Speaking Voice in Performance
THE 2210 - Introduction to Theatre
THE 2220 - Techniques of Acting I
THE 2240 - Introduction to Stagecraft
THE 3200 - Oral Interpretation
THE 3211 - Theatre History, Theory, and Criticism I
THE 3212 - Theatre History, Theory, and Criticism II
THE 3280 - Stage Directing
THE 4200 - Reader’s Theatre
THE 4260 - Theatre: Practicum I
These courses are required in addition to the Basic Core Courses:
ARTH 1500 - Art Appreciation Survey
THE 2260 - Music Theatre History and Performance
THE 2270 - Production Analysis: Process and Technology
THE 3980 - Advanced Internship: Theatre
THE 4270 - Theatre: Practicum II

Subtotal: 47

(B.F.A.) Concentration in Music Theatre (MT):

Required Courses:

Note:

Ensembles will be assigned based on auditions.

*Must be taken concurrently.
**Must be taken concurrently.

***Students must enroll during each semester of Private Voice instruction, and complete the requirements with a “Satisfactory” grade in order to be eligible to continue to enroll in Private Voice instruction.

Additional Requirements:

Subtotal: 29

Elective Courses:

Additional Theatre and Arts-related courses, including internships, may be selected in consultation with an approved Theatre advisor within the Department of Theatre.

Total electives for the B.F.A. in Music Theatre: 4

Summary of hours required for the B.F.A. in Theatre with a concentration in Music Theatre:


B.F.A. Core	47
B.F.A. Required Courses	29
B.F.A. Electives	4
Total hours for the Major with a Concentration in Music Theatre	80

(B.F.A.) Concentration in Applied Theatre Technology and Design (ATTD):

Required Courses:

Subtotal: 14

Elective Courses:

(19 credit hours)

Summary of hours required for the B.F.A. in Theatre with a concentration in Applied Theatre Technology and Design:


B.F.A. Core	47
B.F.A. Required Courses	14
B.F.A. Electives	19
Total hours for the Major with a Concentration in ATTD	80

Other Graduation Requirements:

General Studies and Multicultural	33-36
Electives	4-7
Total for the B.F.A. in Theatre	120