Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre - Theatre Design and Technology Emphases
48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Students completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre will: Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts of theatre including script analysis, theatre history, and dramatic literature; Critically evaluate works of theatre by placing them in appropriate historical context and evaluating the aesthetic components; Demonstrate fundamental skills necessary in the areas of classical acting, musical theatre, or design/technology Demonstrate the professional attitudes and values of each discipline, which include respecting the collaborative process, meeting deadlines, punctuality, and professional responsibility; Communicate effectively with diverse audiences through on-going oral and written presentations; Undergo evaluation by external reviews in several of the following ways: professional auditions; graduate school admissions; Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival Adjudications; U/RTA Auditions, USITT portfolio reviews and internship placement; Be prepared for advanced training or entrance into the profession. The program is committed to student success and therefore, will admit students who have the skill and, most importantly, the commitment to be successful in this professional degree program. Therefore, all student candidates for the proposed degree must interview and undergo either an audition or portfolio review depending on their desired area of emphasis. This review process is conducted by a faculty panel. The department requires every BFA theatre student to complete an annual interview and/or performance jury review with a panel made up of the theatre faculty. BFA students are expected to complete course-based performance assessment and must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 in theatre based and general education coursework. BFA students will complete a significant internship and capstone project/presentation before graduation. The internship opportunity for the BFA students adds an important practical component to the degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Students completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre will: Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts of theatre including script analysis, theatre history, and dramatic literature; Critically evaluate works of theatre by placing them in appropriate historical context and evaluating the aesthetic components; Demonstrate fundamental skills necessary in the areas of classical acting, musical theatre, or design/technology Demonstrate the professional attitudes and values of each discipline, which include respecting the collaborative process, meeting deadlines, punctuality, and professional responsibility; Communicate effectively with diverse audiences through on-going oral and written presentations; Undergo evaluation by external reviews in several of the following ways: professional auditions; graduate school admissions; Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival Adjudications; U/RTA Auditions, USITT portfolio reviews and internship placement; Be prepared for advanced training or entrance into the profession. The program is committed to student success and therefore, will admit students who have the skill and, most importantly, the commitment to be successful in this professional degree program. Therefore, all student candidates for the proposed degree must interview and undergo either an audition or portfolio review depending on their desired area of emphasis. This review process is conducted by a faculty panel. The department requires every BFA theatre student to complete an annual interview and/or performance jury review with a panel made up of the theatre faculty. BFA students are expected to complete course-based performance assessment and must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 in theatre based and general education coursework. BFA students will complete a significant internship and capstone project/presentation before graduation. The internship opportunity for the BFA students adds an important practical component to the degree.
Admission Requirements
6+
Other English language requirements: a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 525 (written version) or 197 (computer version).
48 Months
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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0 USD
International
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