Theatre Minor

Program Requirements

• All students considering a major or minor in Theatre should consult with theatre faculty for advising.
  • 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 Theatre Minor 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 requires 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 Department of Theatre and Dance .

Required Courses: 16 credits

The following courses are required for the minor:

• THE 1210 - Theatre Appreciation Credits: 3
• THE 1240 - Stagecraft Credits: 3
• THE 2220 - Acting I Credits: 3
• THE 2270 - Production Analysis Credits: 3
• THE 4230 - Stage Directing Credits: 3
• THE 4260 - Theatre: Practicum I Credits: 1

Elective Courses: 9 credits

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

• Must have 9 credits of Electives, 6 of which must be upper division.

Summary of Requirements