BA in Music Theatre

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in music theatre emphasizes music theatre techniques and related studies and a complimentary course of study chosen from a wide variety of fields in consultation with the student’s advisor. These studies can include, but are not limited to, fields such as business, entrepreneurship, personal selling or other areas of interest.

Program Requirements

  • Total credit hours for graduation 120 minimum, overall GPA 2.000 (2.500 in major); and
  • Must complete the WSU General Education Program and the College of Fine Arts requirements as well as the required courses listed below.
Course Title Hours
General Education
Select courses to meet General Education requirements 134-35
Core Curriculum Courses
THEA 180EPerforming Arts Seminar1
THEA 150RProduction Processes1
THEA 150PProduction Experience (two enrollments of .5)1
THEA 280Inclusion in Performing Arts1
THEA 368Collaborative Community Project1
THEA 555Capstone Project1
THEA 370Professional Practices for the Performing Artist2
Theatre Requirements
THEA 243Acting I3
THEA 254Stage Makeup2
THEA 260History of Musical Theatre3
THEA 330Artistry, Analysis and Auditions2
THEA 342Advanced Acting3
THEA 530Musical Theatre Scene Study2
THEA 610Directing the Musical3
Dance Requirements
DANC 210Ballet Technique 12
or DANC 310 Ballet Technique 2
DANC 201Contemporary Technique 1 (as advised - two enrollments of 2 credits)4
DANC 235Jazz Technique 1 (as advised)2
or DANC 335 Jazz Technique 2
DANC 240Tap 12
DANC 332Music Theatre Dance 1 22
DANC 130VHip Hop I2
Music Requirements
Take six semesters of the following (as advised)12
Applied Music Instruction for Majors - Voice
Applied Music Instruction for Majors - Voice
MUSA 113PPiano Class Level I - Music Majors1
Take two semesters of the following:2
MUSP 212_
Choir
Additional Courses
Non-English language proficiency courses or outside of performing arts with advisor approval (9 minimum credit hours required at 300+ upper division)15
Electives based on plan of study with advisor approval (3 minimum credit hours required at 300+ upper division)16
Total Credit Hours120
1

Required major courses may also count towards General Education requirements. Students will need to select additional electives to reach 120 credit hours required for graduation with assistance from an advisor.

2

Either DANC 235 or instructor's consent is a prerequisite for DANC 332.

Applied Learning

All students in a School of Performing Arts bachelor degree track or concentration are required to complete an applied learning or research experience to graduate from the program. The requirement can be met by completing a formal capstone project. Students create a major project whether self-generated, an extension of coursework, or through advanced participation in producing a public performance. Through the capstone experience, students develop and demonstrate, in a hands-on, real world context, the skills, knowledge and competencies required in their area of emphasis. Students in the School of Performing Arts develop a diverse portfolio of experiences, materials and intellectual properties through a broad offering of applied experiences in their four years. The capstone project provides a practical context for academic, experiential and personal growth through the college experience. The final, real product of the SPA's program of applied learning is a young professional prepared for the future.