Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre 48 months Undergraduate Program By Florida International University |Top Universities
Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Performing ArtsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The BA program is built around a foundational curriculum designed to provide a broad understanding of every aspect of theatre. This foundational curriculum includes Acting 1, 2, 3; Theatre Movement I and Theatre Voice and Speech I; Theatre History I and II; Dramatic Literature; Playscript Analysis; Intro to Scenic and Lighting Design; Costume Techniques; Stagecraft; Directing; Technical Theatre Labs I, II, III, IV; and Senior Thesis. In addition, students must take 18 credits of theatre electives and one design course. For students interested in acting and directing there are additional courses in acting, voice, directing. For students interested in design, technical theatre, or stage management there are additional courses in available in Design and Technical Theatre. There are also classes in Playwriting and Stage Management. The BA is suggested for those who plan to teach high school, those who have a double major, or those who seek a broad liberal arts education. Career Opportunities Related Occupations: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Floral Designers, Store Window Designer, Interior and External Commercial Space Designer Talent Agents, Theatre and Entertainment Business Managers, Booking Agents, Box Office and Marketing Managers Music Composers and Arrangers Singers, Entertainers, Emcees, Event/Party Hosts, Impersonators, Voice-Over Artist Models Make-up Artist Costumers, Wardrobe, Personal Assistants Lighting and Scenic Riggers General Backstage Personnel for any kind of Entertainment Presentations.

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The BA program is built around a foundational curriculum designed to provide a broad understanding of every aspect of theatre. This foundational curriculum includes Acting 1, 2, 3; Theatre Movement I and Theatre Voice and Speech I; Theatre History I and II; Dramatic Literature; Playscript Analysis; Intro to Scenic and Lighting Design; Costume Techniques; Stagecraft; Directing; Technical Theatre Labs I, II, III, IV; and Senior Thesis. In addition, students must take 18 credits of theatre electives and one design course. For students interested in acting and directing there are additional courses in acting, voice, directing. For students interested in design, technical theatre, or stage management there are additional courses in available in Design and Technical Theatre. There are also classes in Playwriting and Stage Management. The BA is suggested for those who plan to teach high school, those who have a double major, or those who seek a broad liberal arts education. Career Opportunities Related Occupations: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Floral Designers, Store Window Designer, Interior and External Commercial Space Designer Talent Agents, Theatre and Entertainment Business Managers, Booking Agents, Box Office and Marketing Managers Music Composers and Arrangers Singers, Entertainers, Emcees, Event/Party Hosts, Impersonators, Voice-Over Artist Models Make-up Artist Costumers, Wardrobe, Personal Assistants Lighting and Scenic Riggers General Backstage Personnel for any kind of Entertainment Presentations.

Admission requirements

5+

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