The B.F.A. in Musical Theatre is a program highly focused on preparation for a stage career, concentrating on the major components required for success in the musical theatre word: acting, singing, and dancing. The degree prepares students to audition for major theatre companies with confidence.
General Education Required Courses
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
3
Musical Theatre Workshop
Students should take a total of six (6) semesters of MUT 167
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Major Required Courses: Music
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
33
Major Required Courses: Dance
Dance Technique will be taken a total of eight (8) semesters
DAN 345 DANCE FITNESS AND CONDITIONING will be taken a total of 2 times for 2 total credits
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
10
Major Required Courses: Theatre
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
25
Applied Music and Showcase
Must be taken concurrently with private applied lessons
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
16
Applied Secondary/Class Piano
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
2
Large Ensemble Participation
2 semesters required of MUE 100 Concert Choir
Course Code
Title
Credits
0
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1
Required Minor
Sub-Total Credits
12-18
Electives
Sub-Total Credits
6
Total Credits
120