Theatre, Minor
The Theatre Minor is designed to offer students a variety of paths through the curriculum. Through specific choices at the intermediate level and advanced levels, students can effectively complete a Theatre Minor in Acting, Musical Theatre, Design & Technology, Theatre Arts Management, or Theatre Studies. Department faculty can work directly with students to choose the path best suited for their educational goals.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students in the Theatre Minor will gain foundational and advanced skills various elements within the theatre arts. In addition to academic studies, which will enhance students' experiences within their chosen major, students are also eligible for all of the production, enhancement and performance opportunities that are extended to our Theatre majors.
Students will:
- gain foundational and advanced skills in various elements within the theatre arts (University Outcomes 1,2,5,6)
- gain production experience through production, enhancement and performance opportunities. (University Outcomes 1,2,5,6)
For more information, contact the Department Chair.
To access Minor Requirements, please view the Curriculum Guide tab.
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Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Minor GPA: 2.0 or higher
Minor Requirements
- Students must complete at least 6 credit hours in their minor from SRU
- A minimum of 6 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above)
- A minor shall be no fewer than 18 credits.
| Code | Title | Hours |
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| Core Requirements | ||
| THEA 131 | Fundamentals of Acting | 3 |
| THEA 132 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA 151 | Rehearsal and Production | 1 |
| THEA 151 | Rehearsal and Production | 1 |
| THEA 281 | Survey of Dramatic Literature I | 3 |
| or THEA 283 | Survey of Dramatic Literature II | |
| Intermediate Level Requirements | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Wellness for the Actor | ||
| Class Voice For Musical Theatre ** | ||
| Introduction to Theatre Arts Management | ||
| Drawing/Drafting/CAD | ||
| Acting II | ||
| Costume Technology | ||
| Musical Theatre Song Repertoire ** | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Survey of Dramatic Literature I | ||
| Survey of Dramatic Literature II | ||
| Advanced Level Requirements | ||
| Select six credits of the following: | 6 | |
| Acting for Song I ** | ||
| Acting III ** | ||
| Acting for Song II ** | ||
| Acting for the Camera ** | ||
| Acting Technique (may be repeated 3 times) ** | ||
| Stage Makeup | ||
| Acting Shakespeare ** | ||
| Shakespeare Tour ** | ||
| Advanced Stagecraft | ||
| Scene Design ** | ||
| Stage Lighting ** | ||
| Costume Design and History ** | ||
| Directing | ||
| New Play Development ** | ||
| International Theatre Experience ** | ||
| IPA/Dialects | ||
| Stage Management and Safety | ||
| Pop/Rock Song Repertoire ** | ||
| Movement for the Actor ** | ||
| Voice for the Actor ** | ||
| Projects in Theatre ** | ||
| Studies in Audience Development | ||
| History of Musical Theatre | ||
| History of Theatre Design and Architecture | ||
| Theories of Acting and Directing | ||
| Acting IV: Scene Study ** | ||
| Professional Theatre Practice | ||
| Internship | ||
| Independent Study ** | ||
| Selected Topics ** | ||
| Total Hours | 20 | |
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
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Some courses may require permission from the instructor in order for students to register.
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
MINOR IN THEATRE (93A) / CIM 437
This program is effective as of Summer 2023
Revised 12.03.2024
UCC 10.29.2024