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Theater, Bachelor of Arts

(Focus: Theater/Television/Film)

The Bachelor of Arts in Theater with focus on Theater/Television/Film prepares a student to work in the arts and entertainment industries, in either live theater or recorded media such as film, television, commercials, and music videos. Depending upon their concentration within the program, students may be prepared for performance or direction in multiple media; theatrical design and technical production jobs; and/or film and television production. The BA in Theater also prepares students for entry into graduate school or secondary education. Other employment opportunities in related fields, such as advertising and development, exist due to the liberal arts emphasis of this degree. Students also gain social skills, including teamwork and project leadership that are valuable to employers in any field.

Note: For a PDF version of the degree requirements for this program go to the Undergraduate Programs page on the UTRGV website.

 

Core Curriculum Requirements – 42 Hours

Students must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements.

Integrative and Experiential Learning – 3 hours

Choose one:

COMM 1311Introduction to Communication

3
COMM 1315Public Speaking

3

Creative Arts – 3 hours

Choose one (recommended):

THTF 1310Theatre Appreciation

3
THTF 2366Cinema Appreciation

3

Major Requirements – 57 Hours minimum (39 advanced minimum)

Theatre Core – 33 hours (21 advanced)

Required

THTF 1351Acting I

3
THTF 1330Stagecraft

3
THTF 1336Introduction to Film & Video Production

3
THTF 2361Video and Film Editing I

3
THTF 4120Practicum Theatre Television Film

1
THTF 4120Practicum Theatre Television Film

1
THTF 4120Practicum Theatre Television Film

1
THTF 4311Directing I

3
THTF 4312Directing II

3
THTF 4316History of Theatre I

3
THTF 4317History of Theatre II

3

Choose one:

THTF 4615Summer Theatre Workshop

6
THTF 4601Professional Internship

6

Concentrations – 24 hours minimum (18 advanced minimum)

Design Technical Concentration – 24 hours (18 advanced)

Required
THTF 1331Lighting and Sound Technology

3
THTF 1342Costume Technology

3
THTF 3330Drawing and Rendering

3
THTF 3331Scene Design

3
THTF 3332Lighting for the Stage, Film, and Television

3
THTF 3333Costume Design

3
Choose one:
THTF 3311Contemporary Drama

3
THTF 3312World Drama

3
Choose one:
THTF 4303Special Topics

3
THTF 4321Children's Theatre Workshop

3

Performance Concentration – 27 hours (21 advanced)

Required
THTF 1341Makeup

3
THTF 1352Acting II

3
THTF 3311Contemporary Drama

3
THTF 3312World Drama

3
THTF 3351Acting III

3
THTF 3354Voice and Diction

3
THTF 4351Theory and Styles of Acting

3
Choose one:
THTF 3352Acting IV

3
THTF 4352Problems in Acting

3
Choose one:
THTF 4303Special Topics

3
THTF 4321Children's Theatre Workshop

3

Television/Film Concentration – 27 hours (24 advanced)

Required
THTF 1331Lighting and Sound Technology

3
THTF 3315History and Significance of Motion Picture

3
THTF 3332Lighting for the Stage, Film, and Television

3
THTF 3354Voice and Diction

3
THTF 3361Intermediate Film & Video Production

3
THTF 4315Scriptwriting for the Stage and Screen

3
THTF 4361Video and Film Editing II

3
THTF 4362Advanced Film & Video Production

3
Choose one:
THTF 3331Scene Design

3
THTF 3333Costume Design

3

Free Electives – 18 – 21 Hours (6 advanced minimum)

The number of advanced electives will vary to reach the 51 advanced minimum.

Total Credit Hours: 51

Total Credit Hours: 120

Admission, Progression, and Graduation Requirements, if applicable:

Progression requirements

All courses in the major require a grade of ‘C’ or better.