Theatre Major, B.A. (Musical Theatre Concentration)

Department Information

Department of Theatre and Dance
PO Box 70626
Johnson City, TN 37614
Phone: (423) 439-6524
Visit the Department of Theatre and Dance website.

The Department of Theatre and Dance seeks to enhance the cultural environment by creating challenging and entertaining performances for our students, faculty, staff, and members of the community. The Department produces multiple main-stage productions plus student-directed showcase productions on a yearly basis. Course offerings include concentrations in Acting, Design/Production, General Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Physical Theatre. Through a combination of course work and hands-on experiences the Department of Theatre and Dance prepares students to work successfully in all aspects of theatre. Many of our students choose to pursue advanced study in graduate or professional training programs. Prior to graduation, students must complete a Major Field Test in addition to the standard University exit examination.

Advising

Students with 0-59 earned credits:

Contact College of Arts and Sciences Advisement (CASA) to schedule an appointment with your advisor. Visit the CASA website and call (423) 439-5602.

Students with 60 or more earned credits:

Contact your faculty advisor for advising. If you have trouble reaching your faculty advisor or are unsure who your advisor is, please call the Department of Theatre and Dance at (423) 439-6524 or Karen Brewster, Department Chair, Department of Theatre and Dance at (423) 439-5827.

Transfer Students

Transfer students majoring in Theatre should contact College of Arts and Sciences Advisement (CASA) for advising as soon as possible. This will ensure that the student’s previous work will be coordinated efficiently with ETSU requirements.

Degree Requirements: 120 credits

Compass Core Curriculum	40-43 credits
Major Total Requirements	47 credits
(Major Core)	(20 credits)
(Concentration)	(24 credits)
(Advisor Approved Electives)	(3 credits)
Foreign Language	3 credits
Dance Minor	21 credits
Free Electives	6-9 credits
TOTAL	120 credits

Theatre Major, B.A. (Musical Theatre Concentration) Suggested Four-Year Program of Study

College of Arts and Sciences : Visit link to view the complete list of B.A. degree requirements.

Completion of a foreign language course numbered 2020 or above with a grade of C- or better. Students may be required to take courses numbered 1010, 1020 and/or 2010 based on a placement test or equivalent.

Compass Core Curriculum

These requirements include earning 40-43 credits in Strengthening Foundations, Understanding Natural and Social Worlds, Exploring Connections, Cultivate Artistic Awareness, and Growing as an Individual and Global Citizen categories.

Total Requirements for Theatre Major: 47 credits

Theatre Major Core Requirements: 20 credits

THEA 1540 - Introduction to Theatre Production (4 credits)
THEA 1810 - Theatre Foundations (1 credit)
THEA 2420 - Theatre Design Basics (3 credits)
THEA 2510 - Acting I (3 credits)
THEA 2530 - Dramatic Structure (3 credits)
THEA 2800 - Theatre Laboratory (1 credit)
THEA 3600 - Theatre History Survey (4 credits)
THEA 4810 - Senior Theatre Seminar (1 credit)

Musical Theatre Concentration Requirements: 24 credits

MUSC 1221 - Choir (0-1 credit) (Take 2 time for a total of 2 credits)
MUSC 1405 - Introduction to Aural Skills (3 credits)
MUSC 1841 - Applied Voice Level I (1-2 credits) (take for 2 credits)
MUSC 2941 - Applied Voice Level II (1-2 credits) (take for 2 credits)
MUSC 3941 - Applied Voice Level III (1-2 credits) (take for 2 credits)
THEA 2700 - Singing for the Actor (3 credits)
THEA 3510 - Acting II (3 credits)
THEA 3535 - Musical Theatre History (3 credits)
THEA 3712 - Musical Theatre Audition Process (3 credits)
THEA 4700 - Senior Musical Theatre Showcase (1 credit)

Advisor Approved Electives: 3 credits

Any course with a THEA or MUSC prefix (approved by the Theatre and Dance department chair) not taken to fulfill other major requirements. Other courses may apply with advisor approval.

Note: THEA 1030 does not count toward the Theatre major requirements.

Dance Minor: 21 credits

The Dance Minor is required for the Musical Theatre Concentration. It is recommended that students take DANC 2505 , DANC 3505 , and DANC 4505 as advisor approved electives in the minor.

Free Electives: 6-9 credits

Additional Information

Click here to view the Theatre and Dance Student Handbook.

Click here to view Degree and Graduation Requirements for all ETSU students.

For students considering a minor, check with your advisor to make sure a minor will fit within your intended program of study.

Licensure Certification: Students interested in pursuing a teacher licensure program for certification should contact the advisor in the Office of Student Services, 321 Warf-Pickel Hall, College of Education. Students will major in the subject they wish to teach and minor in Secondary Education.