The Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre is designed for students who wish to gain broad experience in theatre and its contributions to cultural development. Students who select this degree program will develop skills needed to create and appreciate new theatrical work, to understand the history of theatre, and to help navigate a professional life in the arts. They will gain a comprehension of theatrical theory and practice as a foundation for graduate study or for the beginning of a career in the profession, or in numerous career paths in the arts industry.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre

1. The University requirements for bachelor's degrees as described in the Undergraduate Education section of this catalog; 120 credits, including general elective credits, are required for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre.
   
   The University's Tier II writing requirement for the Theatre major is met by completing Theatre 492. This course is referenced in item 3. a. (1) below.
2. The requirements of the College of Arts and Letters for the Bachelor of Arts degree.
3. The following requirements for the major:

   a.	The following Theatre courses (39 credits):
   	(1)	All of the following courses (27 credits):
   		THR	101	Acting I			3
   		THR	110	Theatrical Play Analysis			3
   		THR	111	Introduction to Technical Theatre			3
   		THR	111L	Introduction to Technical Theatre Laboratory			1
   		THR	292	Sophomore Seminar			2
   		THR	300A	Theatre Practicum - Production Emphasis			2
   		THR	300C	Theatre Practicum - Area Emphasis			2
   		THR	331	Contemporary Theatre in Historical Context			3
   		THR	341	Beginning Play Directing			3
   		THR	431	Studies in Theatre History			3
   		THR	492	Senior Seminar (W)			2
   		The completion of Theatre 492 satisfies the department's capstone course requirement.
   	(2)	One of the following courses (3 credits):
   		THR	211	Introduction to Lighting Design			3
   		THR	212	Introduction to Costume Design			3
   		THR	214	Introduction to Scene Design			3
   		THR	216	Introduction to Sound Design			3
   		THR	219	Introduction to Projection Design for the Stage			3
   	(3)	Theatre electives:  9 additional credits in Theatre courses approved by the Department of Theatre. [NOTE:  A student with a major in Theatre may earn a maximum of 50 credits in Theatre and Dance courses.]