Three hours lecture plus weekly film screenings. Focuses on a character's song presentation within the context of a musical play. Requires basic proficiency be demonstrated in traditional ballet, jazz, and tap technique. Choreography common to musical theatre performance is taught within each style. Students safely perform physical aggression that is appropriate and dramatically effective, following the safety guidelines and techniques recommended by the Society of American Fight Directors.
Students direct a one-act play.
An advanced workshop focusing on the development of longer works and the rewriting process. Senior Seminar Seminar discussions and assignments which allow the student to demonstrate knowledge of the theatre as well as artistic, aesthetic, and critical judgment. An independent study project conducted under the supervision of an instructor of the student's choice. Instructor determines credit. An intensive study of specific topics offered to the upper-level student.