Musical Theatre B.A.

University Admissions

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• Freshman:  https://www.usf.edu/admissions/freshmen/admission-information/requirements-deadlines.aspx
• Transfer:  https://www.usf.edu/admissions/transfer/admission-information/index.aspx
• International:  https://www.usf.edu/admissions/international/admission-information/index.aspx

Required Courses: (57 credit hours)

State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites - Theatre B.A. (21-24 credit hours)

Following Florida BOG Regulation 8.010, state mandated common course prerequisites are lower-division courses that are required for progression into the upper division of a particular baccalaureate degree program.

Transfer students should complete the State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites at the lower level prior to entering the university. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Successful completion of the common prerequisites alone does not guarantee a student admission into the degree program.

Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses.

• THE X000 Theatre and Culture - 3 credit hours
• THE X305 Script Analysis OR THE X300 Dramatic Literature - 3 credit hours
• THE X925 Colloquiums/Symposiums/Workshops - 1 credit hour*
• TPA X290 Technical Theatre Practicum I - 1 credit hour
• TPA X200 Introduction to Technical Theatre OR TPA X210 Stagecraft I - 3 credit hours
• TPP X190 Rehearsal and Performance Practicum I OR TPP X110 Acting I - 1-3 credit hours**
• THE X000-X999 OR TPA X000-X999 OR TPP X000-X999 - 3 credit hours
• THE X000-X999 OR TPA X000-X999 OR TPP X000-X999 - 3 credit hours
• THE X000-X999 OR TPA X000-X999 OR TPP X000-X999 - 3 credit hours

* Fulfilled by TPP 2190 Rehearsal and Performance Practicum I OR a second TPA 2290 Technical Theatre Practicum I

** TPP 2110 Acting 1 required for USF B.A. in Theatre Major Core

State Mathematics Pathway – Theatre B.A. (6 Credit Hours)

The Theatre B.A. uses the Mathematical Thinking in Context Mathematics Pathway with the following requirements:

• MGF 1130 - Mathematical Thinking Credit(s): 3
• MGF 1131 - Mathematical Thinking in Context Credit(s): 3

College of Design, Art, and Performance Core: 1 course; 2 credit hours

• IDS 2640 - Creativity in the Arts Credit(s): 2

Musical Theatre Major Core Courses: 6 courses; 8 credit hours

• THE 2023 - Entry Seminar: Theatre as an Art Form Credit(s): 1
• TPA 2290 - Technical Theatre Practicum I Credit(s): 1
• TPA 3007C - Introduction to Entertainment Design Credit(s): 3
• TPA 4293 - Technical Theatre Practicum II Credit(s): 1
• TPP 2190 - Rehearsal and Performance Practicum I Credit(s): 1
• TPP 4193 - Rehearsal and Performance Practicum II Credit(s): 1

History Core: 3 courses; 9 Credit Hours

All students are required to take Musical Theatre History and Literature and Theatre History I OR Theatre History II. They must take one more additional history class in Dance, Music, or Theatre.

• THE 3114 - Musical Theatre History and Literature Credit(s): 3
• THE 3110 - Theatre History I Credit(s): 3

• OR THE 3111 - Theatre History II  Credit(s): 3 

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  And one of the following or another history class from Music, Theatre, or Dance with approval: 

• DAN 4135 - Historical Perspectives in Twentieth and Twenty-First Century Dance Credit(s): 3
• MUH 3302 - Music History/Romantic and 20th Century Credit(s): 3
• THE 4480 - Drama-Special Topics Credit(s): 3

Voice and Musicianship Classes: 8 credit hours

All students are required to take TPP 1104 Musical Theatre Musicianship, and take 6 credits through any of the vocal performance options.

• TPP 1104 - Musical Theatre Musicianship Credit(s): 2

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  Six credits of any of the following:

• MUN 3313 - University Singers Credit(s): 1
• MUN 3343 - Chamber Singers Credit(s): 1
• MVV 1211 - Applied Voice Credit(s): 1

Dance Core: 12 Credit Hours

Students are required to take 12 credit hours of dance, it is HIGHLY recommended to do them across 6 semesters. Students may audition for other dance classes as a substitute, but this is dependent upon successful audition and space. 

• DAA 2100 - Movement Practices Credit(s): 1-2

Musical Theatre Acting Core: 5 courses; 15 credits

Students are required to take all of the following classes, some classes will require a successful audition for access.

• TPP 3155 - Acting II Credit(s): 3
• TPP 3251C - Acting the Song Credit(s): 3
• TPP 3252C - Musical Theater Scene Study Credit(s): 3
• TPP 4221 - Audition Workshop for Actors Credit(s): 3
• TPP 4923 - Music Theatre Workshop Credit(s): 3

Musical Theatre Creation: 1 course; 3 credits

Students must select one of the following (pending audition/permission) or get an approved substitute with an advisor: 

• DAA 3614 - Choreography I Credit(s): 2

• OR TPP 4235 - Ensemble Studio  Credit(s): 3  

  OR TPP 4600 - Writing For The Theatre  Credit(s): 3 

Additional Information

Accreditation Information

USF is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), and the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Research Opportunities

All undergraduate students in any degree program can participate in undergraduate research. There are a number of options to receive academic credit for a mentored research experience and to have the experience show on the official transcript. Students who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements. If no credit is needed, students may be eligible to enroll in the 0-credit IDS 2912 , IDS 4914  or IDS 4910  courses. These courses will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. The Office of High Impact Practices and Undergraduate Research will assist students in understanding the various course options.

Advising Information

USF students schedule advising appointments online through USF Archivum Platform.  Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each semester to discuss course planning, degree progression, and career preparation. 

For questions, TheatreAndDance@usf.edu

Plans of Study - Musical Theatre B.A.

• Musical Theatre B.A. - 2 Year Plan of Study  
• Musical Theatre B.A. - 4 Year Plan of Study