Available Options
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Concentration in Design and Technology
The design/technology concentration offers specialized training in costume, lighting, scenic design, and theater technology for the student pursuing a career as a professional designer or technician or conservatory training beyond the bachelor's level. In addition to the core of theater classes required of all majors, design/technology requires extended coursework in the chosen area(s) of design and technology. Students also take computer-assisted drafting, dramatic literature, and numerous interdisciplinary classes to broaden and enhance their training. These classes are chosen from the art, film, music, and dance. Students have the opportunity to complete numerous production assignments including design opportunities.
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Concentration in Stage and Screen Acting
This new undergraduate program of study is designed for students interested in pursuing a professional career on the stage and screen. It offers conservatory-style training for the serious acting student in all aspects of performance including professional actor training, camera training for film and television as well as voice, movement and speech training with a special emphasis on all styles of acting. Admission is by audition only. The program is lead by ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's distinguished faculty with professional careers in the acting industry.
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Concentration in Theatre Studies
The theatre studies concentration offers generalized study in all aspects of theater for students seeking a professional career in teaching, performance, design/ technology, and/or continued practical, artistic, or scholarly study beyond the bachelor's level. In addition to the general core and theatre core, theatre studies students choose from a broad range of courses that blend the best of both design/technology and performance. The concentration requires fewer credits specific to the major and is a good choice for students enrolled in the Honors College or students pursuing a double major or a minor in another department. Theatre studies is often the best choice for transfer students as it allows easier integration of classes taken elsewhere.
Accreditation
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Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Communication: Assess and convey components of theatrical practice and scholarship within the discipline through writing, speaking, and digital media.
- Academic Skills: Analyze, identify, and apply essential elements of the discipline, such as critical theory, history, genres, styles, creative choices, and structure, to inform research and practice.
- Artistic Application: Synthesize, interpret, and demonstrate theatrical storytelling through imaginative and original classwork and production.
- Collaborative Practice: Recognize and develop community building, ethical engagement, mutual respect, technical skill, accountability, shared contributions, and inclusion of diverse perspectives.
- Professional Readiness: Implement professional skills and techniques via the creation of industry-standard marketing materials such as audition packages, design portfolios, digital presence, and networking. Demonstrate professional competencies such as communication, time-management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
- Self Assessment: Evaluate and interrogate individual strengths and weaknesses to develop opportunities for advancement within the discipline.
- Technical Skill Building: Build and refine theatrical skills, technique, and craft through disciplined practice.
- Call to Action: Cultivate theatre as an agent of political and social change.
Career Possibilities
Requirements
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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts
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Department of Theatre
The department of theatre offers programs in performance, production, and technology taught by a diverse group of experienced faculty. Our in-depth programs and hands-on training provides students a strong foundation and comprehensive knowledge of theatre studies, design, performance in stage and screen, and technology and stage management.
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College of Fine Arts
The College of Fine Arts provides an academic experience that heightens awareness of the physical, intellectual, and cultural world. We diligently prepare students for professional employment and/or post-graduate study in their artistic area.