Classes

Below you will find the basic outline of classes in this degree for all four years.  Our goal is to have you studying acting, singing, and dancing every single semester.

If you find this long list of classes confusing, don't worry!  You will have an advisor who will help you.

If you are accepted into WKU and declare your intention to study Theatre, you will first be placed into the B.A. Program.  During your third semester (middle of your Sophomore year) you may audition to be accepted into the BFA-Music Theatre.  This 3-semester "waiting period" is a chance for you to get to know us, and for us to see your work ethic and passion for this craft.

BFA Performing Arts: Music Theatre Concentration

Freshman Year - FALL

PERF 175: University Experience
PERF 120: Prod. I
PERF 205: Voice & Movement
MUS 162: Group Voice *
MUS 100: Music Theory I
MUS 160: Group Piano
Dance Technique Class (ballet, jazz, tap) **
6 credits of General Ed classes

* You may audition to skip this class and go directly to private voice lessons.  Auditions are held the week before classes begin.  Please email  tracey.moore@wku.edu if you wish to do this.

** Class level is determined by Dance Faculty.  Email them regarding dance class placement. SEND EMAIL Please note that modern dance classes do not count toward your degree.

 

Freshman Year - SPRING
PERF 121: Prod. II
MUS 150: Private Voice Lesson
THEA 306 Music Theatre Ensemble
THEA 101: Acting I
Dance Technique Class
6 ' 9 credits of General Ed classes

Sophomore Year - FALL
PERF 220: Prod. III or DANC 300: Dance Company *
THEA 252: Fundamentals
THEA 203: Audition Seminar
THEA 220, 250, or 240: Stagecraft/Electrics/Costuming
MUS 150 or 350: Private Voice Lesson
THEA 300: Acting II
Dance Technique Class
THEA 141: Stage Makeup
3 credits of General Ed classes

* Audition required

Sophomore Year - SPRING *
DANC 314 Music Theatre Dance styles
PERF 221: Prod. IV or DANC 300
MUS 150 or 350: Private Voice Lesson
THEA 219: Basic Design
THEA 301: Acting III 
ART 100 or 105 OR MUS 120: Art or Music Appreciation
3 credits of General Ed classes

* Audition for BFA Music Theatre at the end of this semester.

Third Year - FALL
THEA 431: Music Thtr History/Rep
THEA 385 or MUS 350: Private Voice Lessons
PERF 300: Contemp. Performance Studies (recommended)
Dance Technique Class
THEA 303, 312, 410, 371, 401, 412 or DAN 310 (pick one)                                  Music Theatre Workshop I
3 ' 6 credits of General Ed classes

Third Year - SPRING
Dance Technique Class
THEA 307: Music Thtr Workshop I
THEA 385 or MUS 350: Private Voice Lessons
THEA 220, 250, or 240 (pick one)
THEA 303, 312, 410, 371, 401, 412 or DAN 310 (pick one)
6 ' 9 credits of General Ed classes

Fourth Year - FALL
THEA 363: World Theatre History I
THEA 407: Music Thtr Workshop II
PERF 450: Perf. Arts Career Seminar AND PERF 451: Perf. Arts Career Seminar Workshop (New York Showcase)
THEA 385 or MUS 350: Private Voice Lessons
Dance Technique (check to be sure all requirements have been met)
Remaining General Ed / Elective classes

Fourth Year ' SPRING
Dance Technique (check to be sure all requirements have been met)
THEA 385 or MUS 350: Private Voice Lessons
Any remaining General Ed / Elective classes / Theatre & Dance requirements

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