The Theatre Studies Track integrates academic inquiry and performance exploration through a comprehensive study of the art of theatre in relation to multiple communities, from local to global. The track consists of four courses from required categories of study and one elective in an area of individual interest.
This well-rounded curriculum will provide a strong foundation for graduate study or entry-level professional work to students with interests in areas such as directing, dramaturgy, theatre administration or stage management. It is also an excellent choice for students who wish to apply their theatre skills to other fields such as education, law or business.
Degree Requirements
In addition to the core courses required of all majors, students in the Theatre Studies Track must complete THEA 109: Acting I for Design/Production and Theatre Studies and 15 additional units as described below:
One of the following courses in performance creation:
Ensemble Theatre Laboratory or
Playwriting
One of the following courses in dramaturgy and theory:
Cultural Diversity in Contemporary Theatre or
Theories of Theatre or
Topics in Diversity or
Production Dramaturgy (3 units)
One of the following courses in community engagement:
Theatre for Social Change or
Theatre of Crossing Cultures or
Community Outreach in Theatre
One of the following courses in theatre organization and administration:
Stage Management or
Theatre Organization and Administration
One additional theatre course from student’s area of interest
Crew Requirements: THEA 497 Running Crew and three from the following:
THEA 492 Acting Crew
THEA 494 Scene Crew
THEA 495 Lighting Crew
THEA 496 Costume Crew
THEA 498 Administrative Crew
Department of Theatre Arts
Center for the Arts, Room 3037 (map)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
8000 York Road | Towson, MD 21252 | 410-704-2000
multiple communities, from local to global. The track consists of four courses from required categories of study and one elective in an area of individual interest.
