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Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theater
The 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 |
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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.
