Nonnative speakers of English with limited proficiency in the language may substitute ENGL 100 for ENGL 101. Students are reminded that the English Department offers proficiency exams for credit and exemption from this requirement. Non-Western Studies Three credits must be earned in courses devoted to nonwestern culture. The following courses, which are designated as meeting this requirement, may also be presented in partial fulfillment of requirements stated in other sections. GMU Players mainstage, studio or TFA productions.
Students choose their fourth practicum assignment from the group of their choice.
Students are eligible to audition for roles or understudy assignments in TFA productions and may participate in the membership candidate program through Actor's Equity Association. Participation in Theater Division productions is expected of all declared majors. This area is designed for the serious student of acting with performance aspirations. Solid grounding in the fundamentals of analysis and basic training of the actor's instrument is complemented by intensive, individualized instruction in the various facets of the actor's craft. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester and by appointment.