Majors in Drama are required to enroll in number of foundation courses which support study in a selected area of concentration. Fundamental to the major program is a core of required courses designed to develop understanding of essentials necessary as a foundation from which to select one of the following areas of emphasis:
- Performance
- Play Development and Dramaturgy
- Popular Theatre
- Technical Theatre and Design
Auditions are not required for admission to the program. Auditions for Main Stage productions usually take place at the end of the previous semester and/or during the first two weeks of instruction for the current semester. Rehearsals are generally held in the evening and are over by 11pm. Students cast in Main Stage productions may receive course credit. For individual courses (advanced acting classes) requiring audition, students must attend the first class meeting.
All drama majors must take a certain number of production classes for which working on a show as a member of the crew is required. The student may also volunteer services for additional crews for which a unit of credit (THA 315: Theatre Production: Technical Crew) is available. Each crew member must work the number of hours required by the crew head or instructor. The average number of hours worked on lab crew totals 60. Crew operations normally take place afternoons and evenings, beginning about four weeks before performance dates.
Secondary Education Credential Program
A teaching credential program is offered through the Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in English Education (emphasis in Drama). Requirements include completion of courses in English as well as Theatre Arts.
Application Procedure
All prospective students must first apply to the University. All prospective undergraduate students must file a complete application (select DRAMA 10071 as major) for admissions.
Financial Aid
Applications seeking financial aid may obtain information directly from the Office of Student Financial Aid
Advisers
Theatre Arts advisers are full time faculty and divided up by area of emphasis. Students are encouraged to see their advisor at least once a semester to ensure on time graduation.
Performance
(Assigned by Student’s Last Name)
- ABC+I: Carlos Baron
- DEFGH+J: Barbara Damashek
- NMOP+K: Bill Peters
- QRS+L: Jo Tomalin
- TUVWXYZ: Rhonnie Washington
Popular Theatre
Play Development and Dramaturgy
Technical Theatre and Design
- Lighting Design: Joan Arhelger
- Production and Stage Management: Nicole Mitchell
- Costume Design: Todd Roehrman
- Technical Direction: Kim Schwartz
- Scenic Design: John Wilson
