Program Requirements

A minor in theatre includes 9 credit hours of required core coursework and 9 credit hours in the theatre area or areas of the student’s choice, including performance, design, technology, directing and management courses. Theatre minors must declare their status to ensure registration privileges in restricted courses.

Course Title Hours
Academic Core 1
THEA 143Theatre Appreciation3
THEA 228Script Analysis3
Experiential Core 1
Select three courses from the following 23
THEA 350A-Z
Workshops in Theatre
Independent Projects in Theatre
Introduction to Acting Repertoire
Individual Areas of Study
Select three courses from the following for a total of 9 credit hours 29
Performance Options
Movement for the Performer
Improvisation for the Actor
Acting 1 - Foundations
Combat
Design and Technology Options
Stagecraft and Scenic Technology
Costume and Wardrobe Technology
Stage Lighting Technology
Theory, History and Management Options
Period Styles
Theatre as a Mirror of Today's America
Stage Management
Theatre History II
Total Credit Hours18
1

Core credits are required for all students pursuing the theatre minor.

2

For coursework requiring special arrangements to enroll, such as Independent Projects in Theatre courses, minor advisor consultation and instructor approval is required.