All department majors must maintain a 2.50 grade point average in the major and earn at least a “C-” in all major courses that are required for graduation, unless otherwise noted. 

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Communication and Performance Studies department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/home.htm

Total Credits Required 120
General Education
30-40
Required Courses in Major49
Foundation27
TH 130 The Theatre Experience [HUME] 4
TH 131 Entertainment Technology I 4
TH 132 Acting 4
TH 141 Fundamentals of Entertainment Arts Design 4
TH 352 Directing Theory 4
TH 360 History of Theatre 4
TH 432 Theatre and Entertainment Careers 1
TH 480 Theatre and Entertainment Arts Capstone 1
TH 493 Field Studies 1

Performance Track or Design & Technology Track22
Choose one track from the following:

Performance Track22
TH 234 Makeup Studio (2 cr.)
TH 247 Performance Studio (4 cr.) (8 cr.)
    (Must be taken at least twice with different content)
TH 361 Modern Drama (4 cr.) or
     TH 362 World Theatre (4 cr.)
TH 456 Entertainment Arts Management (4 cr.)
TH 491 Practicum in Theatre and Entertainment Arts (1 cr.)
    (Must be taken four times for a total of four credits)
Design and Technology Track22
TH 246 Entertainment Arts Design Studio (4 cr.) (8 cr.)
    (Must be taken at least twice with different content)
TH 248 Ensemble Performance and Production (2 cr.)
TH 331 Entertainment Technology II (4 cr.) or
     TH 341 Stage Properties (4 cr.)
TH 456 Entertainment Arts Management (4 cr.)
TH 491 Practicum in Theatre and Entertainment Arts (1 cr.)
    (Must be taken four times for a total of four credits)

Minor20