Excel in the art of drama theory, performance, and production with a minor in Theatre offered through the department of Communication and Performance Studies. You will choose between a concentration in theatre production or theatre performance, and will be able to take courses that will foster the development of your individual creative voice and provide you with diverse artistic and academic opportunities. Through hands-on studies in acting, movement, literature, interpretation, dance technique, playwriting, history of theatre, and design, you will be prepared to succeed in theatre-related fields, or pursue more advanced studies of theatre after graduation.

Minor in Theatre; production (12 hours)

  • THTR 245 Stagecraft
  • THTR 265 Play Analysis for the Theatre
  • THTR 375 Rehearsal and Performance
  • THTR elective at the 300/400 level, from among the following:
    • THTR 305 Characterization
    • THTR 355 Voice and Movement
    • THTR 360 Oral Interpretation
    • THTR 377 Playwriting I
    • THTR 378 Contemporary Drama
    • THTR 380 History of Theatre
    • THTR 405 Styles of Acting
    • THTR 410 Advanced Topics in Acting
    • THTR 430 Theatre Management
    • THTR 445 Scene Design
    • THTR 455 Costume Design
    • THTR 475 Stage Directing
    • THTR 477 Playwriting II
    • THTR 480 Production Projects
    • THTR 490 Special Topics in Theatre Studies
    • THTR 497 Independent Study
    • THTR 499 Internship

Minor in Theatre; performance (12 hours)

  • THTR 205 Introduction to Acting
  • THTR 265 Play Analysis for the Theatre
  • THTR 375 Rehearsal and Performance
  • THTR elective at the 300/400 level, from among the following:
    • THTR 305 Characterization
    • THTR 355 Voice and Movement
    • THTR 360 Oral Interpretation
    • THTR 377 Playwriting I
    • THTR 378 Contemporary Drama
    • THTR 380 History of Theatre
    • THTR 405 Styles of Acting
    • THTR 410 Advanced Topics in Acting
    • THTR 430 Theatre Management
    • THTR 445 Scene Design
    • THTR 455 Costume Design
    • THTR 475 Stage Directing
    • THTR 477 Playwriting II
    • THTR 480 Production Projects
    • THTR 490 Special Topics in Theatre Studies
    • THTR 497 Independent Study
    • THTR 499 Internship