THEATRE, BFA (ACTING)

Prerequisite Coursework

Prerequisite Coursework: None
There are no common prerequisites to the BFA in Music Theatre program at FSU.

Note: State-wide common prerequisites are always under review. For the most current information and for acceptable alternative courses, visit the “Common Prerequisites Manual.” This is available from the “Student Services” section of .

Admission Requirements to Major Program of Studies
Admission is by audition. Auditions are held every January and February for fall admission. Auditions are open to incoming freshmen, transfers and current students. The audition must be accompanied by an acceptable academic record and up-to-date transcripts and resume. Contact the School of Theatre for details. Students applying to the BFA program need to apply to both the School of Theatre and University Admissions.

Requirements

Major Program of Studies at FSU: (101 hours)
The B.F.A. student is assessed each semester to review competencies; a 3.00 GPA must be maintained in all major requirements, with a 2.50 or better in all coursework.

Program Core Requirements (61 hours)
THE 4990 (0) All School Events (every Fall and Spring Semester)
THE 2020 (3) Introduction to the School of Theatre (grade must be B minus or higher)
THE 3214 (3) World Theatre History II (should be taken as part of General Education requirements)
THE 4244 (3) Musical Theatre History I
THE 4245 (3) Musical Theatre History II
THE 4303 (3) Play Analysis
TPP 4310 (3) Directing I
TPP 3710 (3) Voice Techniques I
TPP 2110r (3,3) Acting Technique I (must be taken twice)
TPP 2111r (3, 3) Acting Technique II (must be taken twice)
TPP 4112 (3) Acting Technique III
TPP 3510 (3) Movement Techniques I
TPP 3511 (3) Movement Techniques II
TPP 4512 (2) Advanced Movement
TPP 4923r (2,2,2,2,) Music Theatre Workshop (must be taken four times)
TPA 2248 (2) Stage Make-up
TPA 2201 (3) Introduction to Technical Theatre
TPA 2291 (1) Technical Theatre Laboratory
MVV 3532 (1) Musical Theatre Repertoire (Vocal Coaching)
MVV 4542 (1) Musical Theatre Repertoire (Vocal Coaching)
THE 4954 (1) Culminations

Core Competency Courses (33 hours)
MVV XXXX (16 maximum) Private Voice (All semesters while in residence)
MVK 1111 (1) Keyboard or Demonstrated Proficiency
DAA XXXX (16 minimum) Dance until proficiency attained

Additional Requirements (7 hours)
MUT 1001 (3) Fundamentals of Music Theory
MUT 1111 (3) Music Theory I
MUT 1241L (1) Sight Singing and Ear Training I

Computer Skills Competency: (0 hours beyond the major)
Theatre majors take THE 4954 (1) Culminations to meet this requirement.

Oral Communication Competency: (0 hours beyond the major)
Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. Theatre majors take THE 2020 (3) Introduction to Theatre for Majors to meet this requirement.

Minimum Program Requirements - Summary
Total Hrs. Required 140*
General Education 36*
Major Coursework 104*
Minor Coursework 0
Computer Skills 0 beyond major
Oral Competency 0 beyond major
Electives 0

*NOTE: The required THE 3214 may be used for both General Education and the major, thus reducing hours to 136.