Theatre - Theatre Generalist Option

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The Theatre Generalist option focuses on the practical and theoretical training areas that will give the student the greatest breadth and depth of knowledge appropriate to a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre. The practical experience and theoretical knowledge attained in this option are applicable to a variety of performance and fine art venues such as professional theatres, community theatres, radio, film, music venues, movement, and not-for profit organizations. In addition to preparation for working in these venues, the Theatre Generalist option provides an understanding of the artistic and practical approaches to performing for public and is appropriate preparation for graduate programs and professional preparation programs in Theatre.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN THEATRE - THEATRE GENERALIST OPTION:

General Education - Credits: 39

See General Education Requirements .

It is recommended that theatre majors take EGC courses in performance art and /or performance studies.

Specific Departmental Requirements¹:

THEA 240 - Ancient & Classical Theatre Credits: 4
THEA 296 - Sophomore Seminar Credits: 2
THEA 340 - Modern Theatre Credits: 4
THEA 342 - Asian Performance Credits: 4
6 credits from:
THEA 300 - Theatrical Production III Credits: 1-4
THEA 400 - Theatrical Production IV Credits: 1-4
Note: Of the six credit hours chosen from THEA 300/400, at least two of these credits should be in technical theatre and two in performance.
THEA 460 - Internship in Theatre Credits: 1-4
THEA 496 - Senior Seminar Credits: 2
THEA 497 - Senior Seminar Credits: 2

Subtotal Specific Departmental Requirements - Credits: 25-28

¹ Minimum grade of C required in all Theatre (THEA) classes.

Other Departmental Requirements:

THEA 126 - Introduction to the Dance Credits: 4
THEA 135 - Acting Techniques I Credits: 3
THEA 230 - Stage Technology Credits: 4
THEA 336 - Creating Performance/Directing Credits: 4

Subtotal Other Departmental Requirements

Theatre Department Electives-select 14 credits from the following:

THEA 100 - Theatrical Production I Credits: 1-4
THEA 101 - Introduction to Theatre Credits: 4
THEA 156 - Guest Artist Series Credits: 1-3
THEA 356 - Guest Artist Series Credits: 1-3
THEA 166 - Dance Techniques: Topics Credits: 2
THEA 366 - Dance Technique Credits: 2
THEA 190 - Special Topics - Credits: 1-4
THEA 390 - Special Topics - Credits: 1-4
THEA 200 - Theatrical Production II Credits: 1-4
THEA 233 - Audition Techniques Credits: 2
THEA 238 - Acting Techniques II Credits: 3
THEA 270 - Acting for Camera Credits: 3
THEA 272 - Vocal & Physical Preparation Credits: 2
THEA 274 - Make-up & Costume Design Credits: 4
THEA 299 - Individual Study Credits: 1-6
THEA 499 - Independent Study Credits: 1-6
THEA 310 - Scenic Design & Technology Credits: 4
THEA 322 - Creative Dramatics Credits: 4
THEA 323 - Children’s Theatre Credits: 4
THEA 335 - Styles in Acting Credits: 3
THEA 369 - Playwriting Credits: 4
THEA 372 - Stage Management Credits: 2
THEA 374 - Lighting and Sound Design Credits: 4

Subtotal Theatre Electives - Credits: 14

Total Major Requirements - Credits: 54-57

Free Electives (variable)

TOTAL REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION - CREDITS: 120

Note to transfer and former students: If you have taken any of your major requirements and received a different number of credits than listed above, you may need to complete additional major credit requirements.