Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theater

another performance at the DibdenThe B. A. in Musical Theater will link already existing programs in theater, music and dance, relying primarily on present resources in the Performing Arts Department and creating several new classes unique to the demands of singer/actor training, a market whose growth in the New England area has been quite sturdy in the past decade. The program will require 55 credits in theater and music, including up to three classes in dance and an internship. This degree brings theater, music and dance together in a collaboration designed to enhance the employment possibilities/potential of singer/actors and widen their career prospects as performers — training them to compete in the musical theater market.

Required Core Courses  

                                                                                                Credits

THA-1041

Introduction to Theater Arts

3

THA-2121

Acting I

3

THA-2122

Acting II

3

THA-4730

Seminar in Professional Preparation for the Actor

3

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

MUS-3230

Survey of American Musical Theater

3

 

Subtotal                                                                                            25

Musical Theater Requirements

MUS-2350/4010

Musical Theater Production

9

MUS-3090

Interpretation: Bringing Songs to Life

3

 

Minimum 12 credits from the following:

                  

Recommended for dancers:

3 cr. voice, 9 cr. dance

Recommended for singers:

3 cr. dance, 9 cr. voice

 

MUS-2330

Elementary Voice Class

3

and/or

    

MUS-1120/3240,4030

Applied Voice Lessons

3-9

DAN-1010/2040/2131/3130

Fundamentals, Beginning Tap, Ballet, Jazz

3-9

 

Subtotal                                                                                     30-42

Electives (6 credits from the following)

MUS-1050

Elementary Class Piano

3

THA-1111

Stagecraft

3

THA-3040

Improvisation for Actors

3

THA-3123

Acting III (Styles)

3

Total                                                                                           42-54

Course Descriptions and Program Details

For more information, see the Undergraduate Catalogue.