Acting, Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Concentration in Acting
Program Learning Outcomes
- Communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to think, speak and write about theatre clearly and effectively.
- Creation/Production/Performance: Students will create, produce and perform theatre at a pre-professional level.
- Professional Proficiency: Students will successfully prepare for employment in the professional theatre community.
- Professional Proficiency: Students will demonstrate successful leadership, initiative, attitude, and punctuality in adherence with professional standards.
- Historical Knowledge: Students will accurately identify specific knowledge related to plays, conventions, practitioners, movements, and/or theatre spaces drawn from the range of world theatre Degree Program Writing Competency: Students will gain proficiency in various areas of writing common to theatre practice.
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Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Major GPA: 3.00 or higher
Overall GPA: 2.50 or higher
Summary*
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Studies Requirements | 42 | |
| Other Basic Requirments | 0-3 | |
| Computer Competency | 0-3 | |
| Major/Concentration Requirements | 78 | |
* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits. Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.
Rock Studies Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The Rock | ||
| SUBJ 139 | University Seminar 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| MATH 117 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Integrated Inquiry | ||
| Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Humanities Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Natural Science Inquiry | ||
| SCI 101 | Science of Life | 3 |
| Physical Science Inquiry | ||
| SCI 102 | Understanding the Physical World | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Thematic Thread | ||
| Select 12 Credits 2 | 12 | |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 42 | |
| 1 | Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject. |
| 2 | from at least 3 Categories; no more than 6 credits from one department; 6 credits must be 300-level or above. |
Basic Math Requirement
Check with your adviser or a current degree audit report to see if you have been exempted from this course. The credit earned in this course will not be counted toward the 120 credit hour minimum needed to earn a degree.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR | ||
| Beginning Algebra | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
Computer Competency
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrate "computer competency" by one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Pass Computer Competency Exam OR | ||
Select one of the following at SRU or another post-secondary institution: | ||
| Introduction to Computing for Liberal Arts | ||
| Computer Concepts | ||
| Introduction to Computing and Programming | ||
| Technology for Wellness | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
Writing Competency Requirements
| Requirement | Course | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarly Paper in MLA format | ASPM | |
| Professional Resume | APR | |
| Professional Cover Letter | APCL |
Major/Concentration Requirements
- 39 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
- 39 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| DANC 125 | Experiencing Dance: Techniques and Styles | 3 |
| THEA 131 | Fundamentals of Acting | 3 |
| THEA 132 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA 142 | Wellness for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 222 | Acting II | 3 |
| THEA 281 | Survey of Dramatic Literature I | 3 |
| THEA 283 | Survey of Dramatic Literature II | 3 |
| THEA 303 | Acting III | 3 |
| THEA 324 | Stage Makeup | 3 |
| THEA 337 | Directing | 3 |
| THEA 351 | Movement for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 353 | Voice for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 425 | Professional Theatre Practice | 3 |
| THEA 442 | Senior Showcase | 3 |
| Subtotal | 42 | |
| Acting Concentration Core | ||
| THEA 322 | Acting Technique Repeat 3 times. | 9 |
| THEA 328 | Acting Shakespeare | 3 |
| THEA 342 | IPA/Dialects | 3 |
| THEA 344 | Auditioning | 3 |
| THEA 355 | Projects in Theatre | 2 |
| THEA 394 | Theories of Acting and Directing | 3 |
| Subtotal | 23 | |
| Electives | ||
| At least one elective course must be at the 300/400 level | ||
| Health and Fitness Elective | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Stress Management | ||
| Personal Health | ||
| Nutrition and Health | ||
| Wellness through Movement | ||
| Career Enhancement Electives | ||
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Theatre Arts Management | ||
| Costume Technology | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Advanced Stagecraft | ||
| Stage Management and Safety | ||
| Studies in Audience Development | ||
| Selected Topics (Scene Painting) | ||
| Advanced Acting Electives | ||
| Select four credits from the following: | 4 | |
DANC XXX | Dance course 1 | |
| Musicianship for Musical Theatre | ||
| Rehearsal and Production | ||
| Acting for Song I | ||
| Private Musical Theatre Voice | ||
| Acting Technique | ||
| Shakespeare Tour | ||
| New Play Development | ||
| International Theatre Experience | ||
| Projects in Theatre | ||
| Internship | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Selected Topics | ||
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 78 | |
| 1 | Choose from DANC 220-DANC 222, DANC 224, DANC 298, DANC 305, DANC 320-DANC 322, DANC 420-DANC 422, DANC 424, DANC 426, DANC 428. |
| * | Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course. |
Co-curricular and Experiential Learning
Students are encouraged to explore additional curricular and co-curricular opportunities. There is a strong correlation between long-term student success and participation in the following types of programs and activities:
- International study programs International study programs (including Edinburgh, Scotland, Fringe Festival Trip)
- SRU Theatre Department Productions
- Theatre internships and summer theatre employment
- High-Impact Practice (HIP) designated classes
- Student-faculty research
- Student leadership development
- Department field trips
- Theatre Department Student Staff
- Student Lab Productions in Sheehy Theatre
- Guest Artist lectures, workshops, and productions
THEATRE - BFA (5390)
Concentration in Acting (THPE)
This program is effective as of Fall 2020.
Revised 08.04.20
UCC 03.03.20
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
Recommended Four-Year Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| THEA 131 | Fundamentals of Acting | 3 |
| THEA 142 | Wellness for the Actor | 3 |
| DANC 125 | Experiencing Dance: Techniques and Styles | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| SUBJ 139 | University Seminar 1 | 3 |
| INDS 101 | FYRST Seminar * | 1 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| THEA 132 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA 222 | Acting II | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| THEA 281 | Survey of Dramatic Literature I | 3 |
| THEA 303 | Acting III | 3 |
| THEA 322 | Acting Technique | 3 |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Declare a Thematic Thread 2 | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| THEA 283 | Survey of Dramatic Literature II | 3 |
| THEA 324 | Stage Makeup | 3 |
| THEA 328 | Acting Shakespeare | 3 |
| Acting Electives | 3 | |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| THEA 322 | Acting Technique | 3 |
| THEA 342 | IPA/Dialects | 3 |
| THEA 353 | Voice for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 355 | Projects in Theatre | 2 |
| THEA 394 | Theories of Acting and Directing | 3 |
| Acting Electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| THEA 337 | Directing | 3 |
| THEA 344 | Auditioning | 3 |
| THEA 351 | Movement for the Actor | 3 |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| THEA 322 | Acting Technique | 3 |
| THEA 425 | Professional Theatre Practice | 3 |
| Acting Electives | 4 | |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| THEA 442 | Senior Showcase | 3 |
| Acting Electives | 3 | |
| Rock Studies Requirement | 3 | |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours** | 121 | |
| 1 | Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject |
| 2 | Work with your Academic Adviser to declare a Thematic Thread by the end of your fall semester in your second year. Click here to declare a thread. |
| * | Students are encouraged to take INDS 101 as a Free Elective. |
** This document is meant to serve as a guide. Some planners may show more than 120 credits because faculty have created flexibility in choosing courses. However, only 120 credits are required to obtain a degree. Please consult with your academic adviser and refer to your curriculum guide prior to registering for courses. This plan should be reviewed, and verified, by you and your academic adviser at least once each academic year.
Major Code: 5390
Concentration Code: THPE
Revised date: 12.04.20