The theatre degree requires a minimum of 44 approved theatre credits. Each theatre major must complete the following foundation classes (32 credits):
THA 105/205/305 Production Credit (four sections required for a minimum of 4 credits)
THA 125 Stage Design Fundamentals
THA 130 Introduction to Theatre Technology
THA 140 Acting Fundamentals
THA 251 Changing Stages: Theatre History Part I
THA 252 Changing Stages: Theatre History Part II
THA 300 Play Analysis: Page to Stage
THA 425 Theatre Arts Senior Seminar
In addition to foundation classes, theatre majors must choose 12 credits of theatre electives, 4 of which must be at the 300 level. Theatre electives are as follows:
• THA 200 Voice and Movement for Performers
• THA 210 Playwriting
• THA 225 Set Design Techniques
• THA 226 Costume Design Techniques
• THA 227 Lighting Design Techniques
• THA 230 Theatre Management
• THA 240 Acting Techniques
• THA 260 Theatre Topics
• THA 310 Directing for the Stage
• THA 325 Advanced Design Workshop
• THA 340 Advanced Acting
• THA 350 Dramaturgy
The minor is designed to engage students in the many disciplines of theatre arts and to provide the opportunity to develop creative expression within the context of a well-rounded liberal arts education.
1. Students are required to complete the following courses for a total of 18 credits:
THA 105/205/305 (2 sections), 125, 130, 140, 251 and/or 252.
2. Students choose three additional courses from Theatre Department Electives and/ or from courses approved for cross-listing towards degree credit, for a minimum of 12 credits.
