With the permission of the director of the department chair, drama courses in other languages, selected courses in art and art history (such as ARTS 221, ARTS 287, and ARTS 322), and selected courses in music may also count towards the theater major.
A total of 40 hours of backstage or technical work beyond what is required in any theater courses. The first 20 hours must be completed by the end of junior year and no more than 20 hours may be completed in a single semester.
University Theater Production
Participation in at least one University Theater production as a performer, dramaturg, designer, stage manager, assistant director, or in another capacity, as approved by the director of the theater program.
GPA Requirement
A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required in all courses counted toward the theater major.
Honors and High Honors
Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Theater department page.
Theater Department
For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the Theater department catalogue page.