Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Musical Theatre With Theatre Emphasis
A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in musical theatre is available with an emphasis in theatre or dance. This is a 131-hour degree.
Entry into the musical theatre program is by audition only, and those auditions are scheduled toward the end of every semester. Contact the Department of Theatre and Musical Theatre for information.
Additional information: Reference the Program Landing Page for additional information, such as cost, delivery format, contact information, or to schedule a visit.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Musical Theatre With Theatre Emphasis | ||
| Core Curriculum | ||
| Component Area I (Communication) | 6 | |
| Component Area II (Mathematics) 1 | 3 | |
| Component Area III (Life and Physical Science) | 8 | |
| Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture) | 3 | |
| Component Area V (Creative Arts) | 3 | |
| Component Area VI (U.S. History) | 6 | |
| Component Area VII (Political Science/Government) | 6 | |
| Component Area VIII (Social and Behavioral Sciences) | 3 | |
| Component Area IX (Component Area Option) | 4 | |
| Major: Foundation Musical Theatre | ||
| Theatre Course Requirements | ||
| Select two of the following: | 2 | |
| Technical Build Crew | ||
| Costume Crew | ||
| Management Crew | ||
| THEA 1364 | Beginning Acting | 3 |
| THEA 2367 | Play Analysis | 3 |
| Theatre Block Courses 2 | ||
| The following Block Courses are restricted until after the successful completion of the program-specific audition/portfolio and interview process. | ||
| THEA 2336 | Voice I for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 2368 | Intermediate Acting | 3 |
| THEA 3360 | History Of The Theatre I | 3 |
| THEA 3369 | Advanced Acting: Modern Theatre | 3 |
| THEA 4094 | Special Topics | 9 |
| THEA 4190 | Senior Showcase | 1 |
| THEA 4331 | Acting For The Camera | 3 |
| THEA 4332 | Auditioning For Community Theatre | 3 |
| THEA 4366 | Directing I | 3 |
| THEA 4371 | The American Musical Theatre | 3 |
| Theatre Emphasis--Musical Theatre Major | ||
| Select 9 hours of electives from the following: | 9 | |
| Stage Make Up | ||
| Voice II for the Actor | ||
| Advanced Stage Make Up | ||
| Improvisational Techniques | ||
| Advanced Acting: Classical Theatre | ||
| Stage Movement I for the Actor | ||
| Meisner Technique | ||
| Realized Performance or Production | ||
| Theatre Internship | ||
| Stage Combat | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Directing II | ||
| Dance Course Requirements | ||
| Dance electives (8 semesters) | 16 | |
| Music Course Requirements | ||
| MTVO 1201 | Musical Theatre Applied Voice (4 semesters) 3 | 8 |
| MTVO 3201 | Musical Theatre Applied Voice (4 semesters) 3 | 8 |
| MUSI 1115 | Keyboard Harmony I | 1 |
| MUSI 1116 | Keyboard Harmony II | 1 |
| MUSI 1226 | Practical Theory I | 2 |
| MUSI 1227 | Practical Theory II | 2 |
| Minor: Not Required 4 | ||
| Total Hours | 131 | |
- 1
MATH 1332 is recommended.
- 2
Block Courses are restricted until after the successful completion of the program-specific audition/portfolio and interview process.
- 3
Or up to 4 hours of THEA 3396, THEA 4093, MUEN XXXX, VOIC XXXX, MUSI XXXX, with departmental approval.
- 4
A minor is not required for this degree program; however, a student has the option to add a minor, but to do so may require additional semester credit hours above the degree program’s stated total semester credit hours.
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a "C" or better in all major coursework.
Sophomore Gate. In conjunction with classes in acting, dance, and voice, musical theatre majors will participate in an assessment interview at the conclusion of the sophomore year (or end of first year for transfer students) with musical theatre faculty to determine the student’s progress and potential for completion of the BFA in Musical Theatre degree.
Additional information: Reference the Program Landing Page for additional information, such as cost, delivery format, contact information, or to schedule a visit.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area II1 | 3 | Dance Elective2 | 2 |
| Component Area V | 3 | ENGL 13023 | 3 |
| Component Area IX | 1 | MTVO 12014 | 2 |
| Dance Elective2 | 2 | THEA 1115, 1116, or 1117 | 1 |
| ENGL 13013 | 3 | THEA 2367 | 3 |
| MTVO 12014 | 2 | THEA 40945 | 3 |
| THEA 1364 | 3 | ||
| 17 | 14 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area III | 4 | Component Area III | 4 |
| Dance Elective2 | 2 | Dance Elective2 | 2 |
| MTVO 12014 | 2 | MTVO 12014 | 2 |
| MUSI 1115 | 1 | MUSI 1116 | 1 |
| MUSI 1226 | 2 | MUSI 1227 | 2 |
| THEA 23365 | 3 | POLS 23056 | 3 |
| THEA 23685 | 3 | THEA 4332 or 43665 | 3 |
| 17 | 17 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area VIII | 3 | Component Area IV | 3 |
| Dance Elective2 | 2 | Dance Elective2 | 2 |
| HSTY 13017 | 3 | HSTY 13027 | 3 |
| MTVO 32014 | 2 | MTVO 32014 | 2 |
| THEA 33695 | 3 | POLS 23066 | 3 |
| THEA 4366 or 43325 | 3 | THEA 1115, 1116, or 1117 | 1 |
| THEA 43715 | 3 | ||
| 16 | 17 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area IX | 3 | Dance Elective2 | 2 |
| Dance Elective2 | 2 | MTVO 32014 | 2 |
| MTVO 32014 | 2 | THEA 40945 | 3 |
| THEA 33605 | 3 | THEA 41905 | 1 |
| THEA 40945 | 3 | THEA 43315 | 3 |
| THEA Emphasis Electives8 | 3 | THEA Emphasis Electives8 | 6 |
| 16 | 17 | ||
| Total Hours: 131 | |||
- 1
MATH 1332 is recommended.
- 2
Taken for 8 semesters.
- 3
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area I (Communication).
- 4
Or up to 4 hours of THEA 3396, THEA 4093, MUEN XXXX, VOIC XXXX, MUSI XXXX, with departmental approval. Taken for 4 semesters.
- 5
Block Courses are restricted until after the successful completion of the program-specific audition/portfolio and interview process.
- 6
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area VII (Political Science/Government).
- 7
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area VI (U.S. History).
- 8
Select 9 hours of THEA Emphasis Electives from the course list below.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| THEA Emphasis Electives 9 | ||
| Select 3 of the following: | 9 | |
| Stage Make Up | ||
| Voice II for the Actor | ||
| Advanced Stage Make Up | ||
| Advanced Acting: Classical Theatre | ||
| Improvisational Techniques | ||
| Stage Movement I for the Actor | ||
| Meisner Technique | ||
| Realized Performance or Production | ||
| Theatre Internship | ||
| Stage Combat | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Directing II | ||
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a "C" or better in all major coursework.
Sophomore Gate. In conjunction with classes in acting, dance, and voice, musical theatre majors will participate in an assessment interview at the conclusion of the sophomore year (or end of first year for transfer students) with musical theatre faculty to determine the student’s progress and potential for completion of the BFA in Musical Theatre degree.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) marketable skills initiative is part of the state’s 60x30TX plan and was designed to help students articulate their skills to employers. Marketable skills are those skills valued by employers and/or graduate programs that can be applied in a variety of work or education settings and may include interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas.
The BFA in Musical Theatre With Theatre Emphasis is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:
- Creative, analytical, investigative, and pedagogical skills.
- Collaboration and professionalism as a member of a team.
- Expression of ideas both orally and in performance.
- Clear communication and active listening skills.
