Program Outline

BFA Theatre Major

This four year program introduces students to a wide array of theatre arts in their first year, with the option of specializing in a selected area beginning in second year, or maintaining a comprehensive designation.

Specializations

BA Honours in Theatre History

Interested students can apply to enter the Honours program in their third year of study if they meet the course requirements of a minimum of six units in Theatre with a GPA of 6.0 (B+) or better.

Theatre/Writing Focus

Students interested in Theatre and Writing are able to pursue a double major. Applications must be accepted by both the Theatre and Writing departments and students are encouraged to contact the Fine Arts Advisor to obtain assistance with planning their program. Application deadline for the Department of Writing is March 31. Visit the Department of Writing website for more information on their application process.

Path to Degree Completion

1st Year

All students entering first year take the following prerequisite courses to gain a broad foundation of theatre before specializing.

THEA 105: Introduction to Stage Craft and Technical Practice
THEA 111 / 112: History and Language of the Theatre (Parts I & II)
THEA 120: Introduction to the Art of Acting
FA 101: Creative Being

The remaining courses are elective options, however students interested in entering into Applied Theatre must also take:

THEA 132: Exploring Theatre Through Dramatic Process

Note: 3.0 units of English electives must be taken to complete a theatre major, with 1.5 units required to be taken before the end of second year.

2nd Year

In their second year, students begin selecting courses that relate to their intended specialization as well as the following prerequisite courses:

Prerequisite for all students:

THEA 205: Intro to Production and Management
THEA 210 / 211: Theatre History – French Classicism to 19th Century / Modern Theatre

Follow the links to the course calendar in the specialization list above to see the specific course requirements for each.

Acting Specialization
Students wishing to enter the Acting Specialization will be asked to audition at the end of their first year. Only selected students will proceed into 2nd Year of study in this specialization. Students who are not selected are welcome to audition again at the end of their 2nd Year. Permission must be granted by the department for students to progress to subsequent years in the Acting Specialization.

Note: 3.0 units of English electives must be taken to complete a theatre major, with 1.5 units required to be taken before the end of second year.

3rd & 4th Year

Upper-level courses in each theatre specialization lead the student through more intensive and independent study. Acceptance into these courses may require special permission from the department head of that area. Students should also declare their overall degree program with the Fine Arts Advising Centre prior to entering 3rd year.

Acting Specialization
Permission must be granted by the department for students to progress to each subsequent year in the Acting Specialization.