BA Theatre (THLA)

Program Overview

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, with students involved in productions throughout their time in the program. The faculty of experienced professionals provides a rigorous and rewarding curriculum that fosters creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

Program Outline

Outline:

Freshman Year:

• Fall (13 hours):
• ENGL 1100 English Composition I (3 hours)
• THEA 1010 Introduction to Theatre for Majors I (3 hours)
• THEA 2310 Theatre Technology I (3 hours)
• THEA 2610 Costume Construction (3 hours)
• Foreign Language I (4 hours)
• Spring (16 hours):
• ENGL 1120 English Composition II (3 hours)
• THEA 1110 Introduction to Theatre for Majors II (1 hour)
• THEA 2400 Design Aesthetics (3 hours)
• THEA 2910 Production Practicum II (1 hour)
• Foreign Language II (4 hours)
• Theatre Elective (3 hours)
Sophomore Year:
• Fall (17 hours):
• Core History (2 hours)
• Core Science II (4 hours)
• Core Math (3 hours)
• Core Literature (2 hours)
• THEA 2910 Production Practicum II (1 hour)
• THEA 2700 Text Analysis (3 hours)
• THEA 2120 Acting I (3 hours)
• Spring (14 hours):
• Core Science I (4 hours)
• Core Humanities (except COMM 1000) (4 hours)
• THEA 2910 Production Practicum II (1 hour)
• Theatre Elective (3 hours)
• Core History or Core Literature (3 hours)
Junior Year:
• Fall (16 hours):
• Core Social Science or Core History (2 hours)
• Core Social Science (3 hours)
• THEA 3910 Production Practicum III (1 hour)
• Core Humanities (except COMM 1000) or Core Literature (2 hours)
• THEA 3710 Theatre History, Theory and Criticism II - Body (3 hours)
• Elective (5 hours)
• Spring (16 hours):
• THEA 3910 Production Practicum III (1 hour)
• THEA 3950 Directing Seminar or 3960 Dramaturgy Seminar (3 hours)
• THEA 4950 Theatre Literature and Theory Seminar (3 hours)
• Elective (5 hours)
• THEA 3720 Theatre History, Theory and Criticism III - Space (3 hours)
• THEA 2840 Beginning Dance Techniques (3 hours)
Senior Year:
• Fall (14 hours):
• Core Fine Arts (except THEA 2010/THEA 2017) (3 hours)
• Core Social Science (3 hours)
• Theatre Elective (6 hours)
• THEA 4950 Theatre Literature and Theory Seminar (3 hours)
• Spring (14 hours):
• THEA 4980 Senior Capstone Project (1 hour)
• Theatre Electives (5 hours)
• Elective (5 hours)

Assessment:

• Students must earn a grade of C or higher in theatre courses, or they must repeat those courses for credit toward their degree.

• Assessment methods may vary depending on the specific course and instructor.
• However, some common assessment methods include:
• Exams:
Both written and practical exams may be used to assess students' understanding of course material.
• Papers and essays:
Students may be required to write papers and essays on various topics related to theatre.
• Presentations:
Students may be required to give presentations on their research or on other topics.
• Performances:
Students may be involved in performances as actors, directors, designers, or technicians. These performances may be assessed by faculty members, guest artists, or other professionals.
• Portfolios:
Students may be required to create portfolios of their work in theatre, which may include scripts, designs, photographs, and other materials.

Teaching:

• The BA Theatre program is taught by a faculty of experienced and dedicated professionals.

• The faculty members have a wide range of expertise in theatre, and they are committed to providing students with a comprehensive education in all aspects of the field.

• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, workshops, and rehearsals.

• Students have the opportunity to learn from both experienced faculty members and guest artists.

• The program also emphasizes hands-on learning, and students are involved in productions throughout their time in the program.

Careers:

• The BA Theatre program prepares students for a variety of careers in theatre and related fields.

• Some of the most common career paths for graduates of the program include:
• Actor:
Actors perform in a variety of settings, including stage, film, television, and commercials.
• Director:
Directors are responsible for overseeing the creative vision of a production. They work with actors, designers, and technicians to bring a script to life.
• Playwright:
Playwrights write original scripts for theatre, film, and television.
• Stage manager:
Stage managers are responsible for the day-to-day running of a production. They work with the director and other members of the production team to ensure that everything runs smoothly.
• Theatre designer:
Theatre designers create the sets, costumes, lighting, and sound for productions.
• Theatre technician:
Theatre technicians are responsible for the technical aspects of productions, such as lighting, sound, and stagecraft.
• The program also prepares students for graduate study in theatre and other fields.

Other:

• The BA Theatre program is a rigorous and demanding program, but it is also rewarding and challenging.

• Students who are passionate about theatre and who are willing to work hard will find the program to be an excellent preparation for a career in the field.

• The program is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education in all aspects of theatre, and it also emphasizes the importance of creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.